Adair Name Meaning and Origin

Gender: Girl
Origin: English and Scottish
Meaning: A river near the oaks
Popularity: Not in the U.S. top 1,000 names

Adair Meaning and Origin

Adair is a unisex name of English and Scottish origin, meaning: “a river near the oaks.” In Gaelic, “Adair” (sometimes spelled “Adaire”) is derived from the combination of two elements – “Áed” meaning “fire” or “fiery” and “dair” meaning “oak tree.” Adair is also considered a Scottish surname, and it was originally a locational name given to individuals who lived at or near the place called “Adair” in Ayrshire, Scotland.