Defender of the people
Alastair is the Scottish Gaelic form of the Greek name Alexander. It has long been a sophisticated staple in the United Kingdom and carries a scholarly, refined image in the United States.
Less common today
Alastair isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #2,152 in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Iconic Scottish character actor known for playing Ebenezer Scrooge
Former captain of the English cricket team
British science fiction writer
Auror known as 'Mad-Eye' Moody · Harry Potter series
British journalist and political strategist
