Alistair Vereen

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Alistair Vereen — defender of men
280K People worldwide
United Kingdom Most common in
1975s Peak popularity
Gender
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Alistair Vereen 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 Vereen: Vereen Bell (1911–1944), American novelist and naval officer Ben Vereen (born 1946), American actor, dancer, and singer Brock Vereen (born 1992), American football safety Carl Vereen (born 1936), American football offensive tackle Corey Vereen (born 1995), American football player Shane Vereen (born 1989), American football running back Wendy Vereen (born 1966), American track and field sprinter Verene, given name and surname 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: Vereen

English

Vereen Bell (1911–1944), American novelist and naval officer Ben Vereen (born 1946), American actor, dancer, and singer Brock Vereen (born 1992), American football safety Carl Vereen (born 1936), American football offensive tackle Corey Vereen (born 1995), American football player Shane Vereen (born 1989), American football running back Wendy Vereen (born 1966), American track and field sprinter Verene, given name and surname

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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

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Alistair Vereen:

5
Expression Number

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

8
Soul Urge Number

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

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 Vereen?
The surname Vereen originates from English. Vereen Bell (1911–1944), American novelist and naval officer Ben Vereen (born 1946), American actor, dancer, and singer Brock Vereen (born 1992), American football safety Carl Vereen (born 1936), American football offensive tackle Corey Vereen (born 1995), American football player Shane Vereen (born 1989), American football running back Wendy Vereen (born 1966), American track and field sprinter Verene, given name and surname
What are the origins of the name Alistair Vereen?
The name Alistair Vereen combines two different traditions: the first name Alistair has Greek roots, while the surname Vereen originates from English.
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