Alastair Boy
Origin(s)
Scottish; Greek
Meaning
Scottish: defender of mankind; Greek: man of peace
Historical & Cultural Background
Alastair is a Scottish form of the name Alexander, which has roots in ancient Greek. The name has been used in Scotland since the Middle Ages and is often associated with nobility. It has gained popularity in various English-speaking countries over the years. The name is sometimes shortened to Al or Ali.
Trend Summary
Alastair has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a modest presence in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Alasdair
- Alistair
International Variants
- Alessandro (Italian)
- Alejandro (Spanish)
- Alexandre (French)
Famous people named Alastair
Alastair Campbell is a British journalist and political aide known for his role as Director of Communications for Prime Minister Tony Blair.
Alastair Cook is a former English cricketer who captained the England national team and is regarded as one of the greatest opening batsmen.
Alastair Sim was a Scottish actor known for his performances in classic films such as 'Scrooge' and 'The Belles of St. Trinian's'.
Alastair MacLeod is a Canadian author recognized for his works that explore themes of identity and belonging.
Fictional characters named Alastair
Alastair is a character in the video game series 'Dragon Age', known for his role as a Grey Warden.
Alastair is a character in the novel 'The Secret History' by Donna Tartt, portrayed as a member of a close-knit group of students.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Alastair was first seen in the United States in 1922. Alastair has ranked as high as #1310 nationally which occurred in 2019 and has been most popular in California, Texas, Colorado, Florida, and Indiana. In the past 5 years the name Alastair has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Alastair (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1922 | 5 |
| 1925 | 5 |
| 1929 | 7 |
| 1948 | 6 |
| 1962 | 5 |
| 1969 | 5 |
| 1970 | 9 |
| 1971 | 5 |
| 1972 | 8 |
| 1974 | 6 |
| 1977 | 8 |
| 1978 | 6 |
| 1979 | 6 |
| 1980 | 8 |
| 1981 | 14 |
| 1982 | 10 |
| 1983 | 6 |
| 1984 | 12 |
| 1985 | 14 |
| 1986 | 24 |
| 1987 | 19 |
| 1988 | 20 |
| 1989 | 18 |
| 1990 | 13 |
| 1991 | 14 |
| 1992 | 22 |
| 1993 | 16 |
| 1994 | 11 |
| 1995 | 17 |
| 1996 | 17 |
| 1997 | 17 |
| 1998 | 10 |
| 1999 | 15 |
| 2000 | 13 |
| 2001 | 14 |
| 2002 | 13 |
| 2003 | 13 |
| 2004 | 18 |
| 2005 | 24 |
| 2006 | 36 |
| 2007 | 29 |
| 2008 | 37 |
| 2009 | 33 |
| 2010 | 25 |
| 2011 | 27 |
| 2012 | 38 |
| 2013 | 28 |
| 2014 | 36 |
| 2015 | 47 |
| 2016 | 50 |
| 2017 | 61 |
| 2018 | 46 |
| 2019 | 62 |
| 2020 | 39 |
| 2021 | 61 |
| 2022 | 50 |
| 2023 | 60 |
| 2024 | 59 |