Alasdair
Alasdair (pronounced [ˈal̪ˠəs̪t̪ɪɾʲ]) is a Scottish Gaelic given name. The name is a Gaelic form of Alexander which has long been a popular name in Scotland. The personal name Alasdair is often Anglicised as Alistair, Alastair, and Alaster.
Pronunciation | [ˈal̪ˠəs̪t̪ɪɾʲ] |
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Gender | Male |
Language(s) | Scottish Gaelic |
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Meaning | Scottish Gaelic form of Alexander, meaning "defender of man" |
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See also | Alexander, Alistair, Alastair, Alaster, Alister, Alisdair |
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