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At a Glance
- Meaning
- From a place name usually interpreted as 'oak-tree ford'
- Origin
- Scottish Gaelic (surname/place name)
- Gender
- Used for both boys and girls
- Pronunciation
- uh-DARE
Adair started out as a Scottish Gaelic surname and place name, tied to a specific spot usually interpreted as an 'oak-tree ford.' That gives it a grounded, geographic backstory rather than an abstract meaning — it names a place before it names a person. If you're drawn to names with a real, traceable origin, Adair fits that mold.
Meaning & Origin of Adair
Meaning: From a place name usually interpreted as 'oak-tree ford'.
Origin: Scottish Gaelic (surname/place name).
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Adair
uh-DAREIPA /əˈdɛər/
Popularity of Adair
Adair reached its high point in 2007, when 100 babies were given the name and it ranked #1562 nationally. By 2024 it had cooled to #2363, with just 59 babies recorded that year.
Names Like Adair
These names have followed a similar path to Adair in U.S. popularity over the years.
FAQ
What does the name Adair mean?
From a place name usually interpreted as ‘oak-tree ford’. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Adair?
Adair is pronounced uh-DARE (IPA: /əˈdɛər/).
Is Adair a popular name right now?
Adair peaked at #1562 in 2007 and is ranked #2363 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1914–2024.)
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