Girl · 387th of 30,306
Blair
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
36,398
Total Births
145
Years of Data
2024
Peak Popularity Year
1,479
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Blair stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
Blair is of Scottish Gaelic origin, meaning 'field' or 'plain.' It evolved from the Old Gaelic 'Blàr' to its modern form. The name has historical significance as both a surname and a given name, gaining popularity in the 19th century. It is often viewed as a modern and sophisticated name, with no biblical relevance.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/blɛr/
Origin
Scottish Gaelic
Etymology
The name Blair comes from the Scottish Gaelic word 'blàr,' meaning 'field' or 'plain.' It originally referred to a geographical feature.
Meaning
field, plain
Language Evolution
Blàr (Old Gaelic), Blair (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the 19th century as a given name and has been used as a surname for centuries.
Variants & Derivatives
Blaire, Blayre
Modern Popularity & Image
Blair is perceived as a modern and unisex name, often associated with sophistication and elegance.
Famous People
Blair Underwood, Tony Blair, Blair Waldorf (fictional character from 'Gossip Girl')
Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Rising
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Highly Popular name with 1,479 peak births in 2024
Geographic Spread
Popular across 48 US states, with strongest presence in Utah
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 14 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 3 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Full popularity table across American generations 14 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 763rd of 7545 | 1,197 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 758th of 6773 | 1,239 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 522nd of 7552 | 3,988 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 598th of 10718 | 2,940 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 678th of 16616 | 3,367 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1685th of 24088 | 1,274 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 2090th of 23106 | 825 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 5980th of 9107 | 30 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 4967th of 9204 | 56 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2195th of 12526 | 483 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1882nd of 19264 | 764 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 526th of 27321 | 6,996 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1123rd of 35406 | 3,364 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 387th of 30306 | 9,766 |