Alasdair
Scottish Gaelic · Boy · 3 syllables
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About the name Alasdair
Alasdair is the Scottish Gaelic form of Alexander, derived from the Greek name Alexandros, meaning "defender of men" (from alexein, "to defend," and aner, "man").
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Etymology
Alasdair is the Scottish Gaelic form of Alexander, derived from the Greek name Alexandros, meaning "defender of men" (from alexein, "to defend," and aner, "man"). The name has been borne by Scottish Highlanders and Lowlanders for centuries, with particular prominence among clan leaders and Scottish royalty, reflecting its adoption across Gaelic-speaking regions of Scotland.
Alasdair currently ranks #3,850 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2021.
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