Blair Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationBLARE / /blɛər/Scottish; English
Meaning
Scottish: field; English: dweller by the plain
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Blair has Scottish origins, derived from the Gaelic word 'blàr', meaning 'field' or 'plain'. It has been used as both a surname and a given name. In Scotland, it is often associated with various places named Blair. The name gained popularity in the English-speaking world in the 20th century.
Trend Summary
The name Blair has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., with a notable rise in the late 20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Blayre
International Variants
- Blair (English)
Famous people named Blair
Blair Underwood is an American actor known for his roles in television and film.
Blair Waldorf is a fictional character from the television series 'Gossip Girl'.
Blair O'Neal is a professional golfer and television personality.
Fictional characters named Blair
Blair Waldorf is a central character in the 'Gossip Girl' series, known for her fashion sense and social status.
Blair the Great is a character in the animated series 'The Amazing World of Gumball', known for her competitive nature.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Blair was first seen in the United States in 1881. Blair has ranked as high as #831 nationally, which occurred in 1963, and has been most popular in Pennsylvania, California, Michigan, New York, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Blair has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Blair (2024)
State | Births | Share |
---|---|---|
GA | 6 | |
IL | 6 | |
TX | 6 | |
CA | 5 | |
FL | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
---|---|
1881 | 5 |
1883 | 5 |
1884 | 5 |
1885 | 5 |
1887 | 5 |
1888 | 11 |
1889 | 7 |
1891 | 10 |
1892 | 8 |
1893 | 9 |
1894 | 6 |
1895 | 7 |
1896 | 11 |
1897 | 5 |
1900 | 10 |
1901 | 6 |
1902 | 10 |
1904 | 7 |
1905 | 7 |
1906 | 13 |
1907 | 7 |
1908 | 16 |
1909 | 5 |
1910 | 10 |
1911 | 15 |
1912 | 26 |
1913 | 31 |
1914 | 43 |
1915 | 69 |
1916 | 67 |
1917 | 73 |
1918 | 78 |
1919 | 79 |
1920 | 81 |
1921 | 81 |
1922 | 76 |
1923 | 71 |
1924 | 77 |
1925 | 90 |
1926 | 86 |
1927 | 73 |
1928 | 73 |
1929 | 75 |
1930 | 77 |
1931 | 72 |
1932 | 57 |
1933 | 77 |
1934 | 66 |
1935 | 63 |
1936 | 50 |
1937 | 47 |
1938 | 69 |
1939 | 51 |
1940 | 48 |
1941 | 54 |
1942 | 88 |
1943 | 117 |
1944 | 71 |
1945 | 84 |
1946 | 80 |
1947 | 97 |
1948 | 114 |
1949 | 95 |
1950 | 144 |
1951 | 197 |
1952 | 219 |
1953 | 268 |
1954 | 274 |
1955 | 231 |
1956 | 229 |
1957 | 236 |
1958 | 219 |
1959 | 232 |
1960 | 251 |
1961 | 237 |
1962 | 306 |
1963 | 330 |
1964 | 229 |
1965 | 200 |
1966 | 215 |
1967 | 202 |
1968 | 214 |
1969 | 181 |
1970 | 182 |
1971 | 151 |
1972 | 131 |
1973 | 122 |
1974 | 143 |
1975 | 150 |
1976 | 165 |
1977 | 193 |
1978 | 211 |
1979 | 241 |
1980 | 239 |
1981 | 281 |
1982 | 228 |
1983 | 237 |
1984 | 218 |
1985 | 180 |
1986 | 193 |
1987 | 156 |
1988 | 204 |
1989 | 246 |
1990 | 304 |
1991 | 267 |
1992 | 252 |
1993 | 185 |
1994 | 161 |
1995 | 137 |
1996 | 118 |
1997 | 115 |
1998 | 128 |
1999 | 91 |
2000 | 108 |
2001 | 87 |
2002 | 70 |
2003 | 68 |
2004 | 85 |
2005 | 44 |
2006 | 93 |
2007 | 58 |
2008 | 70 |
2009 | 48 |
2010 | 70 |
2011 | 75 |
2012 | 64 |
2013 | 59 |
2014 | 73 |
2015 | 70 |
2016 | 84 |
2017 | 75 |
2018 | 55 |
2019 | 66 |
2020 | 49 |
2021 | 60 |
2022 | 81 |
2023 | 86 |
2024 | 67 |