Alistair Thomason

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Alistair Thomason — defender of men
280K People worldwide
United Kingdom Most common in
1975s Peak popularity
Gender
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Alistair Thomason 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 Thomason: Art Thomason (1889–1944), American baseball player Bob Thomason (born 1949), basketball coach Bobby Thomason (1928–2013), American football player Clyde A. Thomason (1914–1942), American Marine and Medal of Honor awardee Dustin Thomason, American writer George Thomason (book collector) (died 1666), English book collector George Thomason (footballer) (born 2001), English footballer Harry Thomason (born 1940), American film and television producer James Thomason (1804–1853), British Lieutenant-Governor of the North-Western Provinces in India Jasin Thomason (born 1976), American guitarist, The At. 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: Thomason

English

Art Thomason (1889–1944), American baseball player Bob Thomason (born 1949), basketball coach Bobby Thomason (1928–2013), American football player Clyde A. Thomason (1914–1942), American Marine and Medal of Honor awardee Dustin Thomason, American writer George Thomason (book collector) (died 1666), English book collector George Thomason (footballer) (born 2001), English footballer Harry Thomason (born 1940), American film and television producer James Thomason (1804–1853), British Lieutenant-Governor of the North-Western Provinces in India Jasin Thomason (born 1976), American guitarist, The At.

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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 Thomason

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 Thomason:

5
Expression Number

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

6
Soul Urge Number

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

8
Personality Number

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

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 Thomason?
The surname Thomason originates from English. Art Thomason (1889–1944), American baseball player Bob Thomason (born 1949), basketball coach Bobby Thomason (1928–2013), American football player Clyde A. Thomason (1914–1942), American Marine and Medal of Honor awardee Dustin Thomason, American writer George Thomason (book collector) (died 1666), English book collector George Thomason (footballer) (born 2001), English footballer Harry Thomason (born 1940), American film and television producer James Thomason (1804–1853), British Lieutenant-Governor of the North-Western Provinces in India Jasin Thomason (born 1976), American guitarist, The At.
What are the origins of the name Alistair Thomason?
The name Alistair Thomason combines two different traditions: the first name Alistair has Greek roots, while the surname Thomason originates from English.
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