Algernon vs Allistor

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Allistor

Boy #32,095 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"defender of men"

Origin: Greek Alexandros via Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish English Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#32,095
Total SSA Count
5
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Al, Ali, Ally

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Algernon Rank #32,251
Allistor Rank #32,095

Allistor is more popular, ranked #32095 vs #32251 for Algernon.

Popularity Over Time

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Middle Name Pairings

Algernon ___

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Allistor ___

  • Allistor James
  • Allistor Douglas
  • Allistor Ross
  • Allistor Bruce
  • Allistor Angus
  • Allistor Campbell

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Algernon or Allistor more popular?

Allistor is more popular, ranked #32095 compared to Algernon at #32251 in the United States.

What do Algernon and Allistor mean?

Allistor means "defender of men" (Greek Alexandros via Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Algernon and Allistor boy or girl names?

Algernon is primarily a boy name. Allistor is primarily a boy name.

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