US Popularity:19081
Origin:Scottish
Meaning:Poet, one who sings ballads
Baird is a masculine Scottish name derived from Bard, meaning “poet,” or “one who sings ballads.” From the Scots-Gaelic bard, Dungeons & Dragons lovers may recognize this musical class from their fantasy table-top adventures. Baird was originally an occupational name for bards and also stems from the Scots-Gaelic surname Mac an Baird, meaning “son of the bard.” For the little minstrel whose coos are poetry to your ears, Baird is a harmonious choice.

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  • John Logie Baird
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Baird Name Popularity Data

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2021
#19081
in 2021
+ 1620
from 2020
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