How Many People Are Named Adair?
Complete statistics for the name Adair: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Adair is a rare name with roots in Old English, making it both unique and historically rich. Only 2,734 people named Adair live in the US today, which means just 1 in 120,695 Americans share this name. The name peaked in popularity in 2007 with 120 births, showing its status as a modern, newer-generation choice.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Life-path number 6 represents harmony, balance, and responsibility.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 34All 3,127 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).
📈 Popularity Over Time
Peak: 2007Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Declining
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Adair Through the Generations
Adair has seen a steady decline since its peak in 2007, reflecting a trend among newer-generation names. With 1,973 under-30s, 518 aged 30-60, and 636 over-60, the name skews younger, indicating its appeal to contemporary parents. The average age of 34 suggests that Adair remains a popular choice for those looking for a fresh, yet traditional name.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Adair's Old English roots
📄 About the Name Adair
How Many People Have the Name Adair?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 18,053 people in the United States currently share the name Adair. That works out to roughly 1 in every 18,360 Americans, placing it in the Rare category.
Is Adair a Common or Rare Name?
Adair is classified as Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.
What Does the Name Adair Mean?
Adair means "Old English origin, meaning noble kindred" and comes from Old English origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 6.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Adair in SSA data, approximately 59% are male and 41% are female.
When Was Adair Most Popular?
The name Adair reached peak popularity in 2007, with 120 babies registered that year. Current trend: Declining.
How Is This Data Calculated?
All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are named Adair?
Approximately 18,053 people named Adair live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 18,053. That works out to roughly 1 in 18,360 Americans.
Is Adair a rare name?
Adair is classified as Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 18,360 Americans has this name.
What does the name Adair mean?
Adair means "Old English origin, meaning noble kindred" and comes from Old English origins.
Is Adair more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 59% of people named Adair are male and 41% are female.
When was Adair most popular?
Adair peaked in 2007 with 120 births that year. Current trend: Declining.
How accurate are these statistics?
All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.