Adair

Meaning from the oak tree ford, oak tree crossing
Origin Celtic, Gaelic
Gender gender neutral
Opposite gender Adair
Popularity Moderate
Length 5
Syllables 2
Syllabification A-dair

About Adair

Adair possesses an aristocratic quality without feeling pretentious—quite the achievement for a single name. There's poetry in its sound, a Scottish mist rolling over ancient hills, yet it remains grounded and practical for everyday use. This name appeals to parents with an appreciation for heritage, literature, and names that tell stories. Adair isn't trendy, which means it won't feel dated when your son reaches adulthood. It carries sophistication naturally, the kind that doesn't need to announce itself. The name works professionally—imagine it on a business card or book cover—while remaining approachable in casual contexts. Adair offers the advantage of uniqueness; your son likely won't share this name with classmates, giving him a distinct identity from the start. It pairs elegantly with both traditional and contemporary middle names, and works with virtually any surname. For families valuing names with character, depth, and a touch of old-world charm balanced with modern sensibility, Adair presents an excellent choice that will serve your son well throughout all stages of his life.

Variations of Name Adair

Adam
Adrian
Aaron
Adrien
Aiden
Alden

Nicknames for Adair

Ad
Air
Aidy
Adair

Famous People Named Adair

Adair TurnerBritish businessman and economist
Adair MargoAmerican artist and philanthropist
Adair LaraAmerican author and writing coach

Characters Named Adair

Adair LordeCharacter from the "Falling Kingdoms" series by Morgan Rhodes
Adair DavenportCharacter from the "Vampire Academy" series by Richelle Mead

Other Popular Names Beginning with A

Aden
Augustus
Anders
Ander
Adan
Aziel
Archer
Andy
Alonso
Arjun