Name Alasdair Origin, meaning, pronunciation & popularity of the name Alasdair

Alasdair is a ♂ boy’s name.

What is the origin of the name Alasdair?

Alasdair is a Scottish Gaelic variant of the name Alexander, which derived from the ancient Greek name Aléxandros (Αλεξανδρος).

What does the name Alasdair mean?

Alasdair means “defending men”, “defender of men”, “defender of the people” or “protector of men” (from ancient Greek “aléxein/ἀλέξειν” = to defend/protect + “anēr/ἀνήρ” = man).

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