Historical FigureBritish1875 – 1947
Alister Crowley
Occultist, mystic, founder of magical orders, influence on esotericism
Biography
British occultist, mystic, and author who founded the magical order A∴A∴ and later led the Hermetic Order of the Golden Dawn. A controversial and influential figure in modern occultism and Western esotericism.
Quick Facts
Category
Historical Figure
Nationality
British
Born
1875
Died
1947
Thinking about the name
Allister
Scottish origin
“A streamlined Scottish form of Alexander, meaning 'defender of men' in Greek. Allister strips away some of the ornamental flourish of Allistair while retaining its strong Scottish identity and protective, authoritative meaning. The name feels both approachable and dignified, with a sense of quiet strength.”