Blaire

At a Glance: Name: Blaire – Meaning: a plain or field (the Gaelic root can also mean 'battlefield') – Origin: Scottish Gaelic (feminine variant of Blair, from blàr) – Gender: Neutral – Pronunciation: BLAIR

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Blaire is a Scottish Gaelic name built on blàr, meaning a plain or field — though that same root can also mean battlefield. It's used for both boys and girls, pronounced BLAIR, and carries an easygoing, nature-loving, free-spirited feel alongside a classic edge.

Meaning & Origin of Blaire

Meaning: A plain or field (the gaelic root can also mean 'battlefield').

Origin: Scottish Gaelic (feminine variant of Blair, from blàr).

Source: Wiktionary.

How to Pronounce Blaire

Phonetic: BLAIR   IPA: /ˈblɛər/

Popularity of Blaire

In 2024, Blaire ranked #446 on the SSA list, with 697 babies given the name that year. That's the name's highest point since SSA records began in 1956.

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1956–2024.

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FAQ

What does the name Blaire mean?

A plain or field (the gaelic root can also mean ‘battlefield’). (Source: Wiktionary, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Blaire)

How do you pronounce Blaire?

Blaire is pronounced BLAIR (IPA: /ˈblɛər/).

Is Blaire a popular name right now?

Blaire is at its highest recorded popularity right now, ranked #446 in 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1956–2024.)

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