TheNameDBSinclair
MasculineMeaning
A name meaning 'from Saint-Clair' or 'from the holy light,' derived from a French place name.
Etymology
Sinclair originates from the French place name Saint-Clair, which combines 'Saint' with 'Clair' (clear, bright, from Latin 'clarus'). Norman settlers brought the name to Scotland, where it became established as both a surname and given name.
About the Name Sinclair
Sinclair is a Scottish and English name with Norman-French origins, traditionally used as a surname but occasionally as a given name. It carries an air of Scottish heritage and historical significance, particularly associated with the Sinclair clan.