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Boyd vs Blair

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Boyd

Boy #2,215 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"blond, yellow-haired"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic buidhe

Cultural Roots

Scottish Irish American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,215
Total SSA Count
65
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Blair

Boy #2,167 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"battlefield (poetic extension)"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish English American Canadian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,167
Total SSA Count
67
Syllables
1
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Boyd Rank #2,215
Blair Rank #2,167

Blair is more popular, ranked #2167 vs #2215 for Boyd.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Boyd or Blair more popular?

Blair is more popular, ranked #2167 compared to Boyd at #2215 in the United States.

What do Boyd and Blair mean?

Boyd means "blond, yellow-haired" (Scottish Gaelic buidhe origin). Blair means "battlefield (poetic extension)" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Boyd and Blair boy or girl names?

Boyd is primarily a boy name. Blair is primarily a boy name.

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