Alistair Jahn

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Alistair Jahn — defender of men
280K People worldwide
United Kingdom Most common in
1975s Peak popularity
Gender
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Alistair Jahn is a name that combines Greek origins. The first name Alistair is a masculine given name of Greek origin. Scottish Gaelic form of Alexander (Greek Alexandros: defender of men). Common throughout the Scottish Highlands. The surname Jahn: Constanze Jahn (born 1963), German chess player David Jahn (born 1975), Czech burlesque impresario David Jahn (racing driver) (born 1990), German racing driver Dennis Jahn (born 1992), German politician Eduard Jahn (1871–1942), German mycologist and microbiologist Erich Jahn (born 1907, date of death unknown), Hitler Youth leader Friedrich Ludwig Jahn (1778–1852), German educator, founding figure of German Turner athletic movement Gerhard Jahn (1927–1998), German politician, Federal Minister of Justice (1969–1974) Gunnar Jahn (1883–1971), Norwegian politician and resistance member Gunter Jahn . Alistair is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 280K people globally, with the highest concentration in United Kingdom. The name Alistair reached peak popularity in the 1975s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Alistair

Meaning: defender of men

Greek

Scottish Gaelic form of Alexander (Greek Alexandros: defender of men). Common throughout the Scottish Highlands.

Surname: Jahn

Slavic

Constanze Jahn (born 1963), German chess player David Jahn (born 1975), Czech burlesque impresario David Jahn (racing driver) (born 1990), German racing driver Dennis Jahn (born 1992), German politician Eduard Jahn (1871–1942), German mycologist and microbiologist Erich Jahn (born 1907, date of death unknown), Hitler Youth leader Friedrich Ludwig Jahn (1778–1852), German educator, founding figure of German Turner athletic movement Gerhard Jahn (1927–1998), German politician, Federal Minister of Justice (1969–1974) Gunnar Jahn (1883–1971), Norwegian politician and resistance member Gunter Jahn .

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Alistair is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United Kingdom 83%
Australia 11%
Canada 6%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Alistair by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Name Variants & Related Names

The name Alistair has several variants and related forms across different languages and cultures:

  • Alastair
  • Alasdair
  • Alexander
  • Alex

Notable People Named Alistair Jahn

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Alistair Jahn:

5
Expression Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

3
Soul Urge Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

11
Personality Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Alistair?
The first name Alistair originates from Greek. Scottish Gaelic form of Alexander (Greek Alexandros: defender of men). Common throughout the Scottish Highlands.
When was Alistair most popular?
The name Alistair reached its peak popularity during the 1975s.
What is the origin of the surname Jahn?
The surname Jahn originates from Slavic. Constanze Jahn (born 1963), German chess player David Jahn (born 1975), Czech burlesque impresario David Jahn (racing driver) (born 1990), German racing driver Dennis Jahn (born 1992), German politician Eduard Jahn (1871–1942), German mycologist and microbiologist Erich Jahn (born 1907, date of death unknown), Hitler Youth leader Friedrich Ludwig Jahn (1778–1852), German educator, founding figure of German Turner athletic movement Gerhard Jahn (1927–1998), German politician, Federal Minister of Justice (1969–1974) Gunnar Jahn (1883–1971), Norwegian politician and resistance member Gunter Jahn .
What are the origins of the name Alistair Jahn?
The name Alistair Jahn combines two different traditions: the first name Alistair has Greek roots, while the surname Jahn originates from Slavic.
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