Alistair Poole

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Alistair Poole — defender of men
280K People worldwide
United Kingdom Most common in
1975s Peak popularity
Gender
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Alistair Poole 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 Poole: Adalbert Poole (1881–1970), Canadian politician Andrew Poole (cricketer) (born 1967), English cricketer Andy Poole (footballer) (born 1960), English footballer Austin Lane Poole (1889–1963), British mediaevalist Barney Poole (1923–2005), American football player Ben Poole, British blues rock guitarist, singer, and songwriter. 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: Poole

English

Adalbert Poole (1881–1970), Canadian politician Andrew Poole (cricketer) (born 1967), English cricketer Andy Poole (footballer) (born 1960), English footballer Austin Lane Poole (1889–1963), British mediaevalist Barney Poole (1923–2005), American football player Ben Poole, British blues rock guitarist, singer, and songwriter.

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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 Poole

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 Poole:

8
Expression Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

1
Soul Urge Number

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

7
Personality Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

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 Poole?
The surname Poole originates from English. Adalbert Poole (1881–1970), Canadian politician Andrew Poole (cricketer) (born 1967), English cricketer Andy Poole (footballer) (born 1960), English footballer Austin Lane Poole (1889–1963), British mediaevalist Barney Poole (1923–2005), American football player Ben Poole, British blues rock guitarist, singer, and songwriter.
What are the origins of the name Alistair Poole?
The name Alistair Poole combines two different traditions: the first name Alistair has Greek roots, while the surname Poole originates from English.
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