Blair
Gender: Girl
Meaning: Plain, field, battlefield
Origin: Scottish Gaelic
Popularity: Ranked #169 in 2025 with 1,806 babies born.
History: From the Scottish Gaelic 'blàr' meaning field or plain. Originally a masculine Scottish surname and place name, it shifted to primarily female use in the late 20th century, influenced by the character Blair Warner on 'The Facts of Life.'
Name length: 5 letters
How common is Blair? About 1 in 1,774 babies born in 2025 were named Blair, or roughly 5.1 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Blair
What does the name Blair mean?
Blair means “Plain, field, battlefield” from Scottish Gaelic roots.
What is the origin of the name Blair?
Blair has Scottish Gaelic origin. The traditional meaning is “Plain, field, battlefield”.
How popular is Blair?
Blair ranked #169 in 2025 — given to 1,806 babies that year.
When was Blair most popular?
Blair peaked in 2025 with 1,806 babies registered that year.
Is Blair a boy or girl name?
Blair is used for both boys and girls. In the records, about 39% of Blairs are boys and 61% are girls.
Is the name Blair rising or falling in popularity?
Blair has risen 166 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #335 in 2020 to #169 in 2025.
How long has Blair been recorded?
Blair appears in birth records across 139 years — from 1881 through 2025.