Angus vs Blair

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Angus

Boy #2,162 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"one strength, unique strength"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish Irish Celtic

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,162
Total SSA Count
68
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Gus

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Blair

Girl #218 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"plain, flat area, field"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#218
Total SSA Count
1,412
Syllables
1
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Bla, Bly, Blie

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Popularity Comparison

Angus Rank #2,162
Blair Rank #218

Blair is more popular, ranked #218 vs #2162 for Angus.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Angus ___

  • Angus James
  • Angus William
  • Angus Duncan
  • Angus Alasdair
  • Angus Murdoch

Blair ___

  • Blair Elizabeth
  • Blair Olivia
  • Blair Catherine
  • Blair Marie
  • Blair Rose
  • Blair Anne

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Angus

Hamish Catriona Isla Fergus Morag

If you choose Blair

Reid Quinn Finn Sloane Gray

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Angus or Blair more popular?

Blair is more popular, ranked #218 compared to Angus at #2162 in the United States.

What do Angus and Blair mean?

Angus means "one strength, unique strength" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Blair means "plain, flat area, field" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Angus and Blair boy or girl names?

Angus is primarily a boy name. Blair is primarily a girl name.

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