Allister
Meaning of Allister
Allister is a male name with origins in Scotland. It is a variation of the name Alistair and shares similar associations. The name Allister has a strong and distinguished sound, making it an attractive choice for parents looking for a classic yet unique name for their baby boy. In terms of pronunciation, both American English and British English pronounce Allister as AL-uh-stur (/ˈæləstər/ or /ˈaləstər/). The popularity of the name Allister has fluctuated over the years in the United States, but it consistently remains within the top 3000 names.
Pronunciation
American English
- Pronunced as AL-uh-stur (/ˈæləstər/)
British English
- Pronunced as AL-uh-stur (/ˈaləstər/)
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Notable People Named Allister
| Allister Coetzee is a former South African rugby player and coach, who has also coached the South African national team and currently coaches the Namibian national team and Rugby Rovigo in Italy. |
| Allister Haddon Sparks was a prominent South African writer, journalist, and political commentator known for his role in breaking the Muldergate story during his time as editor of The Rand Daily Mail. |
| Allister Johnston - Allister "Allie" Johnston was a Progressive Conservative politician who served as a member of the Legislative Assembly of Ontario from 1948 to 1971, representing the riding of Parry Sound. |
| Allister John Scott is a former Australian rules footballer who played with Richmond in the Australian Football League (AFL). |
