Blair Name Meaning & Origin
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The name Blair is of Scottish origin, derived from the Gaelic 'blàr' meaning 'field' or 'battlefield'. It was originally a surname used to denote someone who lived near a battlefield or a plain. Over time, it became a unisex given name, especially in English-speaking countries.
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British (Anglo-American) 85% -
American (Anglo-American) 10% -
Canadian (Anglo-American) 5%
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Name Details
- First Name: Blair
- Name Order: Western
- Gender: Unisex
Famous People Named Blair
Famous people named Blair include Blair Waldorf, a fictional character from the TV series 'Gossip Girl'; Tony Blair, the former Prime Minister of the United Kingdom; and Blair Underwood, an American actor.
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Blair Numerology
Soul Urge Number: 6
People with this name tend to be: Nurturing, responsible and family-oriented.