Baird Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationBAIRD / /bɛrd/Scottish; Irish
Meaning
Scottish: bard; Irish: a person who sings or recites poetry
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Baird has Scottish origins, often associated with the term for a poet or minstrel. In Irish culture, it can also refer to a storyteller or singer. The name has been used historically in various regions of Scotland and Ireland, reflecting a rich tradition of oral storytelling. It is relatively uncommon as a first name but has been used as a surname.
Trend Summary
The name Baird has seen limited use in the United States, maintaining a low profile in terms of popularity.
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Famous people named Baird
Baird T. Spalding was an American author known for his writings on spirituality and metaphysics.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Baird was first seen in the United States in 1915. Baird has ranked as high as #1092 nationally, which occurred in 1957, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Baird has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1915 | 6 |
| 1918 | 6 |
| 1920 | 6 |
| 1921 | 6 |
| 1922 | 8 |
| 1923 | 5 |
| 1924 | 5 |
| 1926 | 9 |
| 1928 | 5 |
| 1929 | 10 |
| 1931 | 9 |
| 1932 | 5 |
| 1935 | 7 |
| 1936 | 6 |
| 1939 | 8 |
| 1942 | 6 |
| 1944 | 5 |
| 1946 | 5 |
| 1947 | 11 |
| 1949 | 11 |
| 1950 | 7 |
| 1951 | 5 |
| 1953 | 5 |
| 1954 | 5 |
| 1955 | 9 |
| 1956 | 5 |
| 1957 | 17 |
| 1959 | 9 |
| 1960 | 6 |
| 1962 | 7 |
| 1963 | 8 |
| 1965 | 8 |
| 1968 | 8 |
| 1969 | 6 |
| 1970 | 5 |
| 1971 | 6 |
| 1972 | 9 |
| 1975 | 5 |
| 1983 | 6 |
| 1984 | 6 |
| 1986 | 5 |
| 1987 | 6 |
| 1988 | 7 |
| 1992 | 5 |
| 1994 | 7 |
| 1999 | 6 |
| 2001 | 6 |
| 2002 | 6 |
| 2004 | 7 |
| 2006 | 7 |
| 2007 | 5 |
| 2008 | 13 |
| 2009 | 7 |
| 2010 | 7 |
| 2011 | 7 |
| 2012 | 9 |
| 2013 | 5 |
| 2014 | 9 |
| 2015 | 9 |
| 2016 | 5 |
| 2017 | 11 |
| 2018 | 6 |
| 2019 | 11 |
| 2020 | 8 |
| 2021 | 8 |
| 2024 | 8 |