Blaire Girl

Popularity: #354 · Trend: ↗ Rising

Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: BLARE //blɛər//

Origin: English; Scottish

Meaning: Field or plain (Scottish); dweller by the river (English)

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Blaire has its roots in the Scottish Gaelic word "blàr," meaning "field" or "plain." This etymology suggests a connection to landscapes or geographical features, which is a common theme in many place-based names. The name evolved through various forms, with early instances appearing in Scotland, where it was often used as a surname before transitioning into a given name.

The spelling variations, including Blair, reflect regional dialects and linguistic shifts over time, particularly as the name was adopted into English usage during the medieval period. Historically, the name Blaire is associated with the Scottish clan Blair, which has its origins in the 12th century.

The clan's stronghold was located in the area of Blair Atholl, a region known for its natural beauty and significant historical events. The name gained further prominence through notable figures such as the 17th-century Scottish poet and soldier, Sir Robert Blair, who contributed to the cultural landscape of Scotland during a period marked by political and social upheaval.

Additionally, the name appears in various historical texts and documents, solidifying its place in Scottish heritage. Culturally, Blaire carries connotations of strength and resilience, often associated with the natural world due to its meaning related to fields and plains.

This connection to the land has made the name resonate within Scottish traditions and folklore, where nature plays a significant role in storytelling and identity. The name has also been linked to various diminutive forms, such as Blair, which have been used interchangeably in different contexts.

Overall, Blaire encapsulates a rich historical and cultural narrative that reflects its origins and significance in Scottish history.

Famous people named Blaire

In this section, you will find notable people named Blaire. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Blaire who have made a significant impact on popular culture.

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Blaire White is a YouTuber and political commentator best known for her commentary on social issues and LGBTQ+ topics.

Blaire Hanks is a country music singer best known for his singles and performances in the country music scene.

Fictional characters named Blaire

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Blaire is a fictional character from the video game series The Last of Us. She is a survivor navigating a post-apocalyptic world filled with infected and hostile humans.

Sibling suggestions

If you're looking for sibling name ideas that pair well with Blaire, the following options are frequently chosen as complementary choices by parents.

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Similar names

Based on our extensive baby names database, several names share stylistic or phonetic similarities with Blaire. These names can serve as alternatives to the sibling suggestions listed above and may help you find the perfect complementary name for your growing family.

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U.S. Historical Usage

The name Blaire was first seen in the United States in 1956.

Blaire has ranked as high as #790 nationally, which occurred in 2025, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Louisiana, Ohio, and Florida.

In the past 5 years the name Blaire has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

The name Blaire is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Blaire was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Blaire.

Year Total Births Boy Girl
2025 809 7 802
2024 706 7 699
2023 597 10 587
2022 552 10 542
2021 469 6 463
2020 433 7 426
2019 391 5 386
2018 321 0 321
2017 299 5 294
2016 288 0 288
2015 215 0 215
2014 201 5 196
2013 160 0 160
2012 121 0 121
2011 128 5 123
2010 94 0 94
2009 65 0 65
2008 61 0 61
2007 59 0 59
2006 58 0 58
2005 41 0 41
2004 39 0 39
2003 44 0 44
2002 42 0 42
2001 42 0 42
2000 50 0 50
1999 68 5 63
1998 60 0 60
1997 69 0 69
1996 91 5 86
1995 86 0 86
1994 91 5 86
1993 93 5 88
1992 102 6 96
1991 102 0 102
1990 92 0 92
1989 102 7 95
1988 101 0 101
1987 66 0 66
1986 80 0 80
1985 98 0 98
1984 102 6 96
1983 71 0 71
1982 74 0 74
1981 69 0 69
1980 43 0 43
1979 18 0 18
1978 10 0 10
1977 15 0 15
1975 10 0 10
1974 7 0 7
1972 9 0 9
1970 6 0 6
1969 5 0 5
1967 10 5 5
1966 5 0 5
1965 6 0 6
1964 8 0 8
1960 5 0 5
1957 5 0 5
1956 6 0 6

Top States for Blaire (2024)

We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.

State Births Share
TX 65
10%
CA 39
6%
OH 35
5%
NC 33
5%
FL 32
5%
TN 28
4%
IN 27
4%
MI 26
4%
PA 25
4%
MO 24
4%
IA 23
3%
IL 23
3%
LA 22
3%
GA 22
3%
NY 21
3%
MN 20
3%
UT 19
3%
WI 18
3%
KY 16
2%
OK 16
2%
CO 15
2%
AZ 13
2%
WA 11
2%
SC 11
2%
VA 11
2%
AL 9
1%
WV 9
1%
NE 9
1%
ID 8
1%
OR 7
1%
MA 6
1%
MD 6
1%
AR 5
1%
MS 5
1%
SD 5
1%