Alaire is an uncommon, unique feminine given name of Latin origin. Derived from the Latin word 'ala,' meaning 'wing,' it suggests swiftness and freedom. The name Alaire was popularized in the late 20th century, often appearing as a variant spelling of Alicia, another Latin-derived name meaning 'noble.' However, unlike Alicia, Alaire has not gained widespread usage, retaining its uniqueness and distinctive character.
The name Alaire has seen a consistent number of births over the years, with five occurrences each in 1920 and 1921, indicating a brief period of popularity around that time. There was another spike around the turn of the century, with five births in 2000, followed by fluctuations between five and eight births up to 2016. Overall, there have been 41 recorded births for the name Alaire since 1920.