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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Saint Clare
- Origin
- Scottish
- Gender
- Used for both boys and girls
- Pronunciation
- SIN-klair
Sinclair is a Scottish name pronounced SIN-klair, and it means "Saint Clare." It's a name with a clear, specific meaning behind it, and its two-syllable rhythm with the strong second beat makes it easy to say and hard to mishear.
Meaning & Origin of Sinclair
Meaning: Saint Clare.
Origin: Scottish.
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Sinclair
SIN-klairIPA /sɪnˈklɛər/
Popularity of Sinclair
Sinclair ranked #1040 in 1900, when 8 babies were given the name, and that is its highest ranking in the Social Security data, which runs from 1900 to 2024. In 2024 it ranked #4857, with 28 babies named Sinclair.
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FAQ
What does the name Sinclair mean?
Saint Clare. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Sinclair?
Sinclair is pronounced SIN-klair (IPA: /sɪnˈklɛər/).
Is Sinclair a popular name right now?
Sinclair peaked at #1040 in 1900 and is ranked #4857 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1900–2024.)
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