What does the name Blair mean?

The name Blair means "Plain, field".

What is the origin of the name Blair?

Blair is a name of Scottish origin.

In 2023, 1,412 babies were named Blair in the United States. The name is currently rising in popularity.

Yes, Blair is traditionally used as a girl's name.

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Births Last Year: 1,412 ↗

All-Time Total: 21,459

Peak Year: 2024

Blair is a Scottish surname turned unisex given name. It is derived from the Gaelic word "blár," meaning "plain" or "field."

Blair Brown - Actress known for "Fringe" and "The Days and Nights of Molly Dodd."
Blair Fowler - YouTuber and beauty guru.
Blair O'Neal - Professional golfer and model.
Blair Tindall - Musician and author of "Mozart in the Jungle."
Blair Underwood - Actor known for "L.A. Law" and "Quantico."

Girl names closely related to Blair

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Boy names closely related to Blair

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Births per year in the United States

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