Altair Unisex
Origin(s)
Pronunciational-TAIR / /ælˈtɛər/Arabic; Latin
Meaning
the flying one (Arabic); star (Latin)
Historical & Cultural Background
In Arabic, Altair refers to the bright star in the Aquila constellation, symbolizing flight and elevation. The Latin origin connects it to the word for 'star', reflecting its celestial significance in various cultures.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Altaire
- Altayr
International Variants
- Altair (Spanish)
- Altaire (French)
Famous people named Altair
Altair Jarabo — actress.
Altair Black — musician.
Fictional characters named Altair
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Altair was first seen in the United States in 2008. Altair has ranked as high as #1334 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in California, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Altair has been trending about the same compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Altair (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2008 | 5 |
| 2010 | 10 |
| 2011 | 9 |
| 2012 | 17 |
| 2013 | 14 |
| 2014 | 14 |
| 2015 | 18 |
| 2016 | 13 |
| 2017 | 17 |
| 2018 | 19 |
| 2019 | 13 |
| 2020 | 9 |
| 2021 | 19 |
| 2022 | 11 |
| 2023 | 15 |
| 2024 | 26 |