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Clair vs Adair

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Clair

Girl #4,659 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"bright, clear, famous"

Origin: Latin (clarus)

Cultural Roots

French English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,659
Total SSA Count
30
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Clair Rank #4,659
Adair Rank #2,379

Adair is more popular, ranked #2379 vs #4659 for Clair.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Clair or Adair more popular?

Adair is more popular, ranked #2379 compared to Clair at #4659 in the United States.

What do Clair and Adair mean?

Clair means "bright, clear, famous" (Latin (clarus) origin). Adair means "oak tree ford" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Clair and Adair boy or girl names?

Clair is primarily a girl name. Adair is primarily a boy name.

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