Blair is a distinctive boys' name in England & Wales, ranking #1307 in 2025 with 21 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 1997 with 24 births ranking #678. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 50.0%. In 2025, approximately 1 in every 12,949 boys born was named Blair. RISING Recent data shows the name is currently rising.
Blair is a sleek Scottish surname-style name with a crisp, modern feel. It sounds composed, polished, and quietly strong.
The name moved from surname into first-name use and later became especially successful for girls because of its minimal, sophisticated tone. Its modern image now matters more than its landscape root.