Alistair Lofton

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Alistair Lofton — defender of men
280K People worldwide
United Kingdom Most common in
1975s Peak popularity
Gender
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Alistair Lofton 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 Lofton: Surname Cirroc Lofton (born 1978), American actor Chris Lofton (born 1986), American basketball player Curtis Lofton (born 1986), American football linebacker David Lofton (born 1984), American football safety Eric Lofton (born 1993), Canadian football offensive lineman James Lofton (born 1956), former American Football wide receiver and coach James Lofton (baseball) (born 1974), former Major League Baseball shortstop John Lofton (1941–2014), American political commentator Kenneth Lofton Jr. 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: Lofton

English

Surname Cirroc Lofton (born 1978), American actor Chris Lofton (born 1986), American basketball player Curtis Lofton (born 1986), American football linebacker David Lofton (born 1984), American football safety Eric Lofton (born 1993), Canadian football offensive lineman James Lofton (born 1956), former American Football wide receiver and coach James Lofton (baseball) (born 1974), former Major League Baseball shortstop John Lofton (1941–2014), American political commentator Kenneth Lofton Jr.

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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 Lofton

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 Lofton:

9
Expression Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

5
Soul Urge Number

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

4
Personality Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

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 Lofton?
The surname Lofton originates from English. Surname Cirroc Lofton (born 1978), American actor Chris Lofton (born 1986), American basketball player Curtis Lofton (born 1986), American football linebacker David Lofton (born 1984), American football safety Eric Lofton (born 1993), Canadian football offensive lineman James Lofton (born 1956), former American Football wide receiver and coach James Lofton (baseball) (born 1974), former Major League Baseball shortstop John Lofton (1941–2014), American political commentator Kenneth Lofton Jr.
What are the origins of the name Alistair Lofton?
The name Alistair Lofton combines two different traditions: the first name Alistair has Greek roots, while the surname Lofton originates from English.
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