Adair

At a Glance: Name: Adair – 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

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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

Phonetic: uh-DARE   IPA: /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.

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1914–2024.

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FAQ

What does the name Adair mean?

From a place name usually interpreted as ‘oak-tree ford’. (Source: Wiktionary, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Adair)

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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