Macalister
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Macalister first appeared in US Social Security records in 1999.
Over 96 babies have been named Macalister in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Macalister is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #18,511 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #18,511
- Total SSA Count
- 6
Alternative Spellings
Nicknames
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Aramaic via Scottish origin
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Germanic origin
"possessing unlimited power"
#18,461 in US
Old English forst origin
"covered in frost, icy"
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Hebrew origin
"Son of Sira; wisdom"
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Hebrew origin
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Japanese origin
"Combined or doubled tree"
#18,600 in US
Sanskrit origin
"part of the noble"
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About the Name Macalister
Macalister is a boy name .
Macalister is currently ranked #18,511 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Macalister include Mac, May, Macie, and Macaie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Macalister include Macallan, Macario . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis