Meaning and origin
Alister is a Scottish boy name. The meaning of the name is `Variant of Alexander - defender of mankind.`.
Where is it used? The name Alister is mainly used in Scottish.
How do they say it elsewhere? Alistair (In Scottish) Alexander (In English, German and in Dutch)
What Alister`s say about their name
The best thing about the name Alister: It is unique and you're not mistaken for someone else
The worst thing about the name: Nothing
If my name wasn`t Alister....: It has to be Alister, it is the best name ever
Extra information: No