Origin and Meaning of Aleister

Defender of mankind

Origin: Scottish - Aleister is a variant of the name Alasdair, which is derived from the Scottish Gaelic form of Alexander, meaning 'defender of mankind'.

• Aleister is often associated with Aleister Crowley, a controversial figure known for his writings on occultism and ceremonial magic in the early 20th century.
• The name is predominantly used in English-speaking countries but has origins tied to Gaelic culture in Scotland.
• Notable bearers of the name include Aleister Crowley, an influential esoteric writer, and a few figures in literature and pop culture.
• While Aleister is not commonly found in name popularity rankings, it has seen spikes of interest in certain subcultures and among those interested in the occult.
• Variations of Aleister include Alasdair, Alexander, and the more traditional Alexander found in multiple languages worldwide.