Squire is a historic and distinct given name of English origin, derived from the term 'squire,' which originally referred to a junior officer in the royal household or an attendant on a knight. Over time, it evolved into a personal name. The name Squire gained popularity during the Victorian era but has since become less common. It is often associated with the historical novel "Squire Trelawney" from Robert Louis Stevenson's classic pirate adventure tale, "Treasure Island.
The name Squire experienced varying popularity over the late 19th to mid-20th century, with peaks around the turn of the century and during World War I. Its usage has declined significantly since then, with fewer than ten instances per year after 1947. The most common years for the name were 1880 (15 births), 1918 (17 births), and 1926 (15 births).