MacAlister or MacAllister?
Two spellings, side by side.
MacAlister and MacAllister are two spellings of the same sound. Both mean "Son of alasdair". MacAlister is the more searched spelling on this site. Pick the one that matches how the name is written in your language, or is easiest to read where you live.
| Detail | MacAlister | MacAllister |
|---|---|---|
| Meaning | Son of alasdair. | Son of alasdair. |
| Origin | Scottish | Irish |
| Gender | Boy | Boy |
| Written | — | — |
| Say it | Ma-ca-lis-ter | Ma-cal-lis-ter |
| Popularity | Less often searched here | Less often searched here |
Questions about MacAlister and MacAllister
Is MacAlister or MacAllister more common?
MacAlister is more often searched and saved on this site; MacAllister is also used.
Do MacAlister and MacAllister mean the same?
Yes — both mean "Son of alasdair".
How do you say MacAlister?
In parts: Ma-ca-lis-ter. MacAllister is said the same way.
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