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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Defender of men (via Alexander)
- Origin
- Scottish Gaelic (form of Alexander)
- Gender
- Primarily used for boys
- Pronunciation
- AL-uss-der
Alasdair is the Scottish Gaelic form of Alexander, and it carries the same meaning: defender of men. It's pronounced AL-uss-der, so it sounds a bit different from how it looks on the page. If you like Alexander but want a version with a Scottish Gaelic spelling, this is that name.
Meaning & Origin of Alasdair
Meaning: Defender of men (via Alexander).
Origin: Scottish Gaelic (form of Alexander).
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Alasdair
AL-uss-derIPA /ˈæləstər/
Popularity of Alasdair
Alasdair ranked #3684 in the U.S. in 2024, with 30 babies given the name. Its highest ranking came in 2015, when it reached #3151 with 36 babies.
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FAQ
What does the name Alasdair mean?
Defender of men (via Alexander). (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Alasdair?
Alasdair is pronounced AL-uss-der (IPA: /ˈæləstər/).
Is Alasdair a popular name right now?
Alasdair peaked at #3151 in 2015 and is ranked #3684 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1989–2024.)
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