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Alastríona

An Irish feminine form of Alasdair, ultimately meaning “defender of men.”

Meaning and history

Alastríona is an Irish feminine form of Alasdair, the Scottish Gaelic form of Alexander. The name ultimately comes from Greek Alexandros, meaning “defender of men.” Irish broadcaster Alastríona Ní Ghallachóir is a notable bearer of this uncommon Gaelic name.