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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Field or plain (topographic surname, from Gaelic blàr)
- Origin
- Scottish Gaelic
- Gender
- Girl
- Pronunciation
- BLAIR
Blair comes from Scottish Gaelic, where it started as a topographic surname meaning field or plain, from the word blàr. Pronounced BLAIR, it's a short, clean name for a girl that pairs easily with longer middle names.
Meaning & Origin of Blair
Meaning: Field or plain (topographic surname, from Gaelic blàr).
Origin: Scottish Gaelic.
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Blair
BLAIRIPA /ˈblɛr/
Popularity of Blair
In 2024, 1,412 girls were named Blair, putting it at #218 — its highest rank in the Social Security data going back to 1881.
Names Like Blair
These names share Blair’s style, era or origin.
FAQ
What does the name Blair mean?
Field or plain (topographic surname, from Gaelic blàr). (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Blair?
Blair is pronounced BLAIR (IPA: /ˈblɛr/).
Is Blair a popular name right now?
Blair is at its highest recorded popularity right now, ranked #218 in 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1881–2024.)
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