Meaning & use

Blair

proper noun·Advanced

A given name and surname of Scottish origin, derived from a Gaelic word meaning 'plain' or 'field.'

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Blair moved to Edinburgh to study history at the university there.

The surname Blair often traces back to families who once lived near open fields in Scotland.

A note on using this word

Blair is used as both a first name and a surname, and is notably borne by former UK Prime Minister Tony Blair.

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