Alistair Mancilla

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Alistair Mancilla — defender of men
280K People worldwide
United Kingdom Most common in
1975s Peak popularity
Gender
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Alistair Mancilla 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 Mancilla: Alicia Mancilla (born 1999), Guatemalan swimmer Eder Mancilla (born 1986), Venezuelan football manager Harrinson Mancilla (born 1991), Colombian footballer Héctor Mancilla (born 1980), Chilean footballer Horacio Mancilla, Mexican voice-over, dubbing actor and writer José Carrillo Mancilla (born 1995), Spanish footballer Luis Argel Mancilla (born 1959), Argentine skier Nicolás Mancilla (born 1993), Chilean footballer Niusha Mancilla (born 1971), Bolivian former middle and long-distance runner Patricia Mancilla (born 1966), Bolivian politician Sebastian Mancilla Olivares (1956–2009), Chilean wri. 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: Mancilla

Spanish

Alicia Mancilla (born 1999), Guatemalan swimmer Eder Mancilla (born 1986), Venezuelan football manager Harrinson Mancilla (born 1991), Colombian footballer Héctor Mancilla (born 1980), Chilean footballer Horacio Mancilla, Mexican voice-over, dubbing actor and writer José Carrillo Mancilla (born 1995), Spanish footballer Luis Argel Mancilla (born 1959), Argentine skier Nicolás Mancilla (born 1993), Chilean footballer Niusha Mancilla (born 1971), Bolivian former middle and long-distance runner Patricia Mancilla (born 1966), Bolivian politician Sebastian Mancilla Olivares (1956–2009), Chilean wri.

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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 Mancilla

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 Mancilla:

1
Expression Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

4
Soul Urge Number

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

6
Personality Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

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 Mancilla?
The surname Mancilla originates from Spanish. Alicia Mancilla (born 1999), Guatemalan swimmer Eder Mancilla (born 1986), Venezuelan football manager Harrinson Mancilla (born 1991), Colombian footballer Héctor Mancilla (born 1980), Chilean footballer Horacio Mancilla, Mexican voice-over, dubbing actor and writer José Carrillo Mancilla (born 1995), Spanish footballer Luis Argel Mancilla (born 1959), Argentine skier Nicolás Mancilla (born 1993), Chilean footballer Niusha Mancilla (born 1971), Bolivian former middle and long-distance runner Patricia Mancilla (born 1966), Bolivian politician Sebastian Mancilla Olivares (1956–2009), Chilean wri.
What are the origins of the name Alistair Mancilla?
The name Alistair Mancilla combines two different traditions: the first name Alistair has Greek roots, while the surname Mancilla originates from Spanish.
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