Blair
Blair is a girl's name of Scottish origin.
Meaning
Dweller on a plain, meadow, or battlefield.
Origin and history
Blair is a name of Scottish origin derived from the Gaelic word for a plain, field, or battlefield. Originally used as a topographic surname, it transitioned into a popular unisex given name in English-speaking countries. In the United States, its usage for girls has risen significantly in recent years.
Popularity in the United States
23,267 babies in the United States have been named Blair since 1880. It ranks #959 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #241.
States where it is most popular
- TX (10.7 %)
- CA (8.3 %)
- FL (4.6 %)
- OH (4.5 %)
- PA (4.2 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 17 |
| 1920-1930 | 13 |
| 1930-1940 | 18 |
| 1940-1950 | 82 |
| 1950-1960 | 249 |
| 1960-1970 | 369 |
| 1970-1980 | 414 |
| 1980-1990 | 4,406 |
| 1990-2000 | 3,562 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,771 |
| 2010-2019 | 4,809 |
| 2020-2029 | 7,557 |
Famous people named Blair
- Blair Brown: Actress
Fun facts
- The name comes from the Scottish Gaelic word 'blàr', which described open countryside or a field of battle.
- Blair originally functioned as a Scottish family name before gaining widespread adoption as a given name.