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The name Alasdair is of German, Greek, Scottish origin and is typically given to Boys. It is associated with the Christianity, Greek religion. Numerologically, Alasdair is often linked to the number 2.
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What does the name Alasdair mean? What is the meaning of the name Alasdair
Meaning of Alasdair: Name Alasdair in the German, Greek, Scottish origin, means Old Greek - Defender of men; A variant of name Alexander and Alistair. Name Alasdair is of German, Greek, Scottish origin and is a Boy name. People with name Alasdair are usually Christianity, Greek by religion.
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Alasdair
Meaning
Old Greek - Defender of men; A variant of name Alexander and Alistair
Pronunciation
Characters
1 word with 8 characters
Spell
A-L-A-S-D-A-I-R
Phonetic
Pythagorean Numerology
2
Indian Vedic Numerology
7
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- Alasdair Morgan
Alasdair Neil Morgan (born 21 April 1945) is a Scottish politician.
- Alasdair MacIntyre
Alasdair Chalmers MacIntyre (; born 1929) is a Scottish philosopher, primarily known for his contribution to moral and political philosophy, but also known for his work in history of philosophy and theology.
MacIntyre's After Virtue (1981) is widely recognised as one of the most important works of Anglophone moral and political philosophy in the 20th century.
- Alasdair Morrison (politician)
Alasdair Morrison (Gaelic: Alasdair Moireasdan) is a Scottish Labour Party politician.
- Alasdair McDonnell
Alasdair McDonnell (born 1 September 1949) is an Irish politician who is a member of the Social Democratic and Labour Party (SDLP), and was its leader from 2011 to 2015.
- Alasdair Roberts (musician)
Alasdair Roberts (born 8 August 1977) is a Scottish folk musician.
- Alasdair Fraser
Alasdair Fraser (born 14 May 1955, Clackmannan, Scotland) is a Scottish fiddler, composer, performer and recording artist.
- Alasdair Allan
Alasdair James Allan (born 6 May 1971) is the Scottish National Party (SNP) Member of Scottish Parliament (MSP) for the Na h-Eileanan an Iar constituency.
- Alasdair Strokosch
Alasdair Strokosch (born 21 February 1983, Paisley, Scotland) is a retired Scottish rugby union footballer who last played in the Pro D2 for USA Perpignan.
- Alasdair Dickinson
Alasdair Dickinson (born 11 September 1983 in Dundee) is a retired Scottish rugby union footballer, who played for Edinburgh Rugby.
- Alasdair Webster
Alasdair Paine Webster (born 12 February 1934) is a retired Australian politician.
- Alasdair Garnsworthy
Alasdair George Garnsworthy (born 30 December 1983) is a former English cricketer.
- Alasdair Evans
Alasdair Campbell Evans (born 12 January 1989) is an English born Scottish cricketer.
- Alasdair Cochrane
Alasdair Cochrane (born 31 March 1978) is a British political theorist and ethicist who is currently a senior lecturer in political theory in the Department of Politics at the University of Sheffield.
- Alasdair Hay
Alasdair George Hay, (born 24 December 1961) is a British firefighter.
- Alasdair Pollock
Alasdair Pollock (born 24 October 1993) is an English cricketer, who played first-class cricket for Cambridge MCCU. A right-arm medium-pacer, Pollock scored 44 not out on his first-class debut, against Essex County Cricket Club, at number 9 in the order, out of a total of just 99.
- Alasdair Caimbeul (writer)
Alasdair Caimbeul (born 27 May 1941), also known as Alasdair a' Bhocsair or Alasdair Campbell, is a Scottish playwright, short story writer, and novelist from Ness on the Isle of Lewis.
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Alasdair - Nakshatra (Birth Star) & Rashi
Krittika Nakshatra (Birth Star) - Characteristics and Details
The Nakshatra associated with the name Alasdair is Krittika. The Nakshatra Krittika of the name Alasdair is connected to the deity Agni (God of Fire), and is ruled by the Sun. The symbol for Alasdair is Knife or Spear, and it is characterized by Energy, Power. This name is connected to the element Fire and embodies the Sharp, Fiery.| name | Krittika |
|---|---|
| Deity | Agni (God of Fire) |
| Ruling Planet | Sun |
| Symbol | Knife or Spear |
| Primary Quality | Energy, Power |
| Element | Fire |
| Nature | Sharp, Fiery |
Numerology of Alasdair
Numerology for Alasdair - Number 2 (Pythagorean Numerology)
Baby Name Alasdair Numerology: Name Alasdair has a number value of 2 as per Pythagorean Numerology (Western Numerology), its advised that you also calculate 'number value' of name by entering full name in our Name Numerology Calculator.
| Numerology Number (Pythagorean Numerology) | 2 |
| Indian Vedic Numerology | 7 |
| Motivation Number | 3 |
| Destiny Number (Expression Number) | 11 |
| Inner Dream Number | 8 |
| Soul Urge Number | 3 |
| Heart's Desire Number | 3 |
| Personality Number | 8 |
Spelling & Phonetics of Alasdair
Syllables in Alasdair Name
How many syllables in baby name Alasdair? Alasdair has 3 syllables. The name "Alasdair" can be divided into 3 syllables as:
| How many syllables in Alasdair? | 3 (a - las - dair) |
|---|---|
| Numbers of characters: | 8 |
| Unique letters: | 6 (a, l, s, d, i, r) |
| Alasdair backwards: | riadsala |
| Alasdair sorted alphabetically: | aaadilrs |
| Phonetic | |
| Spell | A-L-A-S-D-A-I-R |
| Pronunciation |
Name Alasdair is combinations of, 3 occurances of A, 1 occurance of L, 1 occurance of S, 1 occurance of D, 1 occurance of I, 1 occurance of R.
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Birthday Wishes for Alasdair
How to Wish a Happy Birthday to Alasdair
Alasdair's birthday is a remarkable occasion that deserves thoughtful and heartfelt wishes. Whether he's a close friend, a family member, or a colleague, the perfect birthday message can make his day even more special. From warm, sincere greetings to fun, playful wishes, this section provides a variety of ideas to convey your affection, admiration, and joy for Alasdair on his big day.
Happy Birthday, Alasdair! Wishing you a year full of success, happiness, and unforgettable moments. May this special day bring you joy and may all your dreams come true. Enjoy every minute of it!
Alasdair, Happy Birthday! Another year older, but not a year less awesome. I hope your day is filled with love, laughter, and everything that makes you happiest. Here's to an amazing year ahead!
Happy Birthday, Alasdair! You bring so much light to everyone around you. May your day be as bright and wonderful as your heart. Cheers to more laughter, adventures, and memories this year!
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about name Alasdair
What is the meaning of Alasdair?
Name Alasdair means Old Greek - Defender of men; A variant of name Alexander and Alistair as per The ParentZ Baby Name Finder, largest baby names list. Learn more Alasdair Name Meaning and Origin.
What is the numerology of baby name Alasdair?
Name Alasdair has numerology 7 as per The ParentZ.
What is the numerology of Alasdair?
Numerology number of Alasdair is 7 (Vedic) and 2 (Pythagorean Numerology) as per The ParentZ.
What is the lucky number of name Alasdair?
The lucky number of name Alasdair is 7 as per number numerology.
What is the length of Alasdair name?
The name Alasdair has 8 letters. The name Alasdair consists of 1 word with 8 characters.
What is the Nakshatra of Alasdair?
Name Alasdair belongs to Krittika nakshatra based on Indian Astrology or Janam Nakshatra as per the information available on The ParentZ.
Where does the name Alasdair come from?
Alasdair is a German, Greek, Scottish name given to Boys as per The ParentZ.
What is the origin of the name Alasdair?
The name Alasdair is of German, Greek, Scottish origin and is used within Christianity, Greek communities.
What does Alasdair mean?
Name Alasdair means Old Greek - Defender of men; A variant of name Alexander and Alistair as per The ParentZ
What does the name Alasdair mean?
Alasdair is of German, Greek, Scottish origin and means Old Greek - Defender of men; A variant of name Alexander and Alistair as per The ParentZ
What is the meaning and origin of the baby name Alasdair?
Alasdair means Old Greek - Defender of men; A variant of name Alexander and Alistair and is a German, Greek, Scottish name given to Boys as per The ParentZ
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The name Alasdair consists of 8 alphabets.
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