Altair

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Altair Pronunciation

Altair is pronounced al-TAIR /ælˈtɛr/Medium

Meaning: From Arabic al-ta'ir, 'the flying one, the bird/eagle' — the brightest star in AquilaHigh

In 30 seconds: A soaring eagle of a star: Altair is Arabic for 'the flying one' — the brilliant star of the Eagle constellation. Celestial, bold, and high-flying.

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Origin HighArabic

MeaningFrom Arabic al-ta'ir, 'the flying one, the bird/eagle' — the brightest star in Aquila

U.S. rank (2024)#4063 ↗ Rising

2024 U.S. births26 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2024

Total births (all-time)≈ 229

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Altair comes from Arabic al-ta'ir, 'the flying one, the eagle' — the brightest star in the constellation Aquila (the Eagle). A luminous celestial name, it soars with starry, high-flying grandeur.

In the U.S. it appears across communities. Rare, flying-eagle at the root, and celestial.

Did you know? Altair is one of the brightest stars in the night sky — from Arabic al-ta'ir, 'the flying eagle'; it's also a hero of the Assassin's Creed games.

Overall data confidence 85%

References — Altair (star) — etymology

Variations

AltahirAltaïr

Nicknames

Tair

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Altair?

Altair is pronounced al-TAIR (/ælˈtɛr/). Press play above to hear Altair said aloud.

How do you say Altair?

Altair is said al-TAIR (/ælˈtɛr/). Press play above to hear Altair said aloud.

What does the name Altair mean?

Altair is Arabic for 'the flying one, the eagle' — a brilliant star.

Is Altair a boy or girl name?

Altair is a boy's name.

How popular is Altair?

Altair is a rare name in the U.S.