Blair
Blair is a unisex name of Scottish origin meaning “field, plain, battlefield.” It ranked #169 in the United States in 2025. Blair derives from the Scottish Gaelic 'blàr' meaning 'field' or 'plain,' often referring to a battlefield.
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how do you pronounce Blair?
BLAIR
where does the name Blair come from?
Blair is a Scots-English name of Scottish Gaelic origin.
Blair Castle in Perthshire is one of Scotland's most iconic strongholds. The name works equally well for boys and girls, though it has shifted toward female use in the United States.
how popular is this name?
Blair has appeared in the US top 1,000 in 36 years since 1980, and fell outside it for 10. It peaked at #169 in 2025.
See the milestone years
| Year | Rank |
|---|---|
| 2025 | #169 |
| 2024 | #218 |
| 2023 | #242 |
| 2022 | #282 |
| 2021 | #316 |
| 2020 | #335 |
| 2019 | #402 |
| 2018 | #433 |
| 2017 | #511 |
| 2016 | #521 |
| 2000 | #970 |
| 1990 | #485 |
| 1980 | #893 |
Source: SSA National Baby Names Dataset (through 2025). Years absent from the table are years Blair fell outside the top 1,000.
who are famous people named Blair?
- Blair Waldorf (character in Gossip Girl)
- Tony Blair (former British Prime Minister)
- Blair Underwood (American actor)
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what names go well with Blair?
Sibling names that share Blair's rhythm and register without echoing it too closely.
quick answers about Blair
What does the name Blair mean?
Blair means “field, plain, battlefield”.
What is the origin of the name Blair?
Blair comes from the Scottish naming tradition.
How popular is the name Blair?
Blair ranked #169 in the US in 2025, according to Social Security data. Its best year was 2025, at #169, and it has spent 36 years in the top 1,000 since 1980.
Is Blair a boy or girl name?
Blair is a unisex name, used for both boys and girls.
How do you pronounce Blair?
Blair is pronounced BLAIR, with 1 syllable.
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