Alistair Puente

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Alistair Puente — defender of men
280K People worldwide
United Kingdom Most common in
1975s Peak popularity
Gender
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Alistair Puente 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 Puente: Puente is a common surname in the Spanish language meaning "bridge". It is uncommon as a given name. People with the surname include: Anahí Puente (born 1983), Mexican actress and singer Audrey Puente (born 1970), American meteorologist Brian de la Puente (born 1985), American NFL football player David Puente, television journalist Dorothea Puente (1929–2011), American serial killer Isaac Puente (1896–1936), Basque physician Jill Puente, American marketing executive and venture capitalist Luis de la Puente (1554–1624), Spanish Jesuit and spiritual author Martina de la Puente (born 1975), Spani. 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: Puente

Spanish

Puente is a common surname in the Spanish language meaning "bridge". It is uncommon as a given name. People with the surname include: Anahí Puente (born 1983), Mexican actress and singer Audrey Puente (born 1970), American meteorologist Brian de la Puente (born 1985), American NFL football player David Puente, television journalist Dorothea Puente (1929–2011), American serial killer Isaac Puente (1896–1936), Basque physician Jill Puente, American marketing executive and venture capitalist Luis de la Puente (1554–1624), Spanish Jesuit and spiritual author Martina de la Puente (born 1975), Spani.

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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 Puente

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 Puente:

8
Expression Number

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

6
Soul Urge Number

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

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 Puente?
The surname Puente originates from Spanish. Puente is a common surname in the Spanish language meaning "bridge". It is uncommon as a given name. People with the surname include: Anahí Puente (born 1983), Mexican actress and singer Audrey Puente (born 1970), American meteorologist Brian de la Puente (born 1985), American NFL football player David Puente, television journalist Dorothea Puente (1929–2011), American serial killer Isaac Puente (1896–1936), Basque physician Jill Puente, American marketing executive and venture capitalist Luis de la Puente (1554–1624), Spanish Jesuit and spiritual author Martina de la Puente (born 1975), Spani.
What are the origins of the name Alistair Puente?
The name Alistair Puente combines two different traditions: the first name Alistair has Greek roots, while the surname Puente originates from Spanish.
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