US Popularity:2835
Origin:Scottish
Meaning:man's defender
If you are in need of a little hero in your life, the Scottish name Alister, which means “man’s defender,” could be a lovely choice for a baby. This name is a variation of Alexander, and it gets its roots from the well-known Alexander the Great. Through his perseverance and military prowess, Alexander the Great ruled most of the ancient world, enabling the spread of Hellenistic philosophy, science, and mathematics. Whether baby becomes a great leader or simply knows to fight for their beliefs, the charming name Alister will not lead you astray.

Alister Name Popularity Data

The Bump Ranking

Overall:Alister is currently #1838 on The Bump
Boy:Alister is currently #538 on The Bump Boy Names

U.S. Births

Overall:Alister is currently #2835 in U.S. births
Boy:Alister is currently #928 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2022
#2835
in 2022
+ 914
from 2021
In comparison to the previous year's data
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