Adair
Adair is a boy's name of Scottish origin.
Meaning
Ford of the oak trees, or derived from the name Edgar meaning wealthy spear.
Origin and history
Adair is a surname-derived given name of Scottish and Irish origin, primarily rooted in the Gaelic form of Edgar or associated with a place name meaning ford of the oak trees. Though historically used for both males and females, it remains a relatively rare choices for boys in the United States. Its steady modern usage gives it a distinguished, traditional yet contemporary feel.
Popularity in the United States
1,797 babies in the United States have been named Adair since 1880. It ranks #3019 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1636.
States where it is most popular
- CA (53.6 %)
- TX (29.2 %)
- GA (3.5 %)
- NC (3.2 %)
- NY (2.8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 42 |
| 1920-1930 | 33 |
| 1930-1940 | 18 |
| 1940-1950 | 11 |
| 1950-1960 | 17 |
| 1960-1970 | 7 |
| 1970-1980 | 47 |
| 1980-1990 | 51 |
| 1990-2000 | 140 |
| 2000-2010 | 644 |
| 2010-2019 | 496 |
| 2020-2029 | 291 |
Famous people named Adair
- Adair Tishler: Actress
Fun facts
- Adair developed in southwestern Scotland as a surname linked to the Old English personal name Edgar.
- The name is often associated with the Scottish phrase meaning 'ford of the oaks'.