👉 The Scottish city of Airdrie is a suburb of Glasgow, located just 26 km (16 miles) northwest of the city's center. It has a population of over 40,000 people. The word 'Airdrie' derives from the Gaelic 'Ard-Righ' meaning 'clearing', which was once part of an ancient fortification that guarded the area. Today, it is known for its industrial heritage as a site of the Glasgow Airport and associated industries, as well as for its role in the Airdrie Industrial Revolution.
