Find out how popular the first name Alair has been for the last 9 years (from 1989 to 1997) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Alair by gender

Based on the last 9 years of data, Alair is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 1997, there were 5 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Alair.

The history of the first name Alair

The name Alair is believed to have originated from the French language, with roots tracing back to the Middle Ages. It is thought to be a variation of the name Alaire, which was derived from the Latin word "alacer," meaning "lively" or "cheerful."

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Alair can be found in the medieval French epic poem "La Chanson de Roland," which dates back to the late 11th century. In this literary work, Alair is mentioned as the name of a Frankish knight who fought alongside the legendary Roland during the Battle of Roncevaux Pass.

During the 12th century, the name Alair gained popularity among the noble families of France. One notable figure from this era was Alair de Montfort, a French nobleman and crusader who participated in the Fourth Crusade and the subsequent sacking of Constantinople in 1204.

In the 13th century, a Benedictine monk named Alair de Cambrai was renowned for his scholarly works on theology and philosophy. His treatises on the nature of the soul and the concept of free will were widely studied in medieval Europe.

Fast-forwarding to the 16th century, Alair de Châtillon was a French diplomat and writer who served as an ambassador to the court of Queen Elizabeth I in England. His memoirs, which provide valuable insights into the political intrigues of the time, are considered important historical documents.

Another notable figure was Alair Duvergier de Hauranne, a 17th-century French theologian and leader of the Jansenist movement, a Catholic reform group that advocated for a more austere and morally rigorous interpretation of Christianity. His writings and teachings had a significant influence on the religious landscape of France during that period.

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