Alistair Yanes

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Alistair Yanes — defender of men
280K People worldwide
United Kingdom Most common in
1975s Peak popularity
Gender
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Alistair Yanes 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 Yanes: Surname Agustín Díaz Yanes (born 1950), Spanish screenwriter and film director Allen Yanes (born 1997), Guatemalan footballer César Yanes Urías (1920–2024), Salvadoran naval officer and politician Elías Yanes Álvarez (1928–2018), Spanish Roman Catholic bishop Hely Yánes (born 1967), Venezuelan boxer Luis Yanes (born 1982), Colombian footballer Oscar Yanes (1927–2013), Venezuelan journalist and writer Romulo Yanes (1959–2021), American photographer Yanes Raubaba (born 1974), Indonesian sprinter 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: Yanes

Spanish

Surname Agustín Díaz Yanes (born 1950), Spanish screenwriter and film director Allen Yanes (born 1997), Guatemalan footballer César Yanes Urías (1920–2024), Salvadoran naval officer and politician Elías Yanes Álvarez (1928–2018), Spanish Roman Catholic bishop Hely Yánes (born 1967), Venezuelan boxer Luis Yanes (born 1982), Colombian footballer Oscar Yanes (1927–2013), Venezuelan journalist and writer Romulo Yanes (1959–2021), American photographer Yanes Raubaba (born 1974), Indonesian sprinter

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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 Yanes

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 Yanes:

9
Expression Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

8
Soul Urge Number

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

1
Personality Number

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

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 Yanes?
The surname Yanes originates from Spanish. Surname Agustín Díaz Yanes (born 1950), Spanish screenwriter and film director Allen Yanes (born 1997), Guatemalan footballer César Yanes Urías (1920–2024), Salvadoran naval officer and politician Elías Yanes Álvarez (1928–2018), Spanish Roman Catholic bishop Hely Yánes (born 1967), Venezuelan boxer Luis Yanes (born 1982), Colombian footballer Oscar Yanes (1927–2013), Venezuelan journalist and writer Romulo Yanes (1959–2021), American photographer Yanes Raubaba (born 1974), Indonesian sprinter
What are the origins of the name Alistair Yanes?
The name Alistair Yanes combines two different traditions: the first name Alistair has Greek roots, while the surname Yanes originates from Spanish.
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