Blake
Blake originated as an English surname with dual meanings: derived from Old English 'blac' meaning 'black' or 'dark,' or paradoxically from 'blaac' meaning 'pale' or 'fair.' It evolved from a descriptive nickname for someone with notably dark or light features and became a popular given name in the 20th century.
Current Popularity
#265 for boys
in the United States (2024)
Popularity over time
Good to Know
- •Easy to spell and pronounce across different cultures
- •Works well as both first and middle name
- •Gender-neutral but more commonly used for boys
- •Short, one-syllable name that pairs well with longer surnames
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Famous People
Blake Shelton
Country music singer and television personality
Blake Lively
Actress (note: female, but shares the name)
Blake Griffin
Professional basketball player
William Blake
Renowned English poet and artist
Statistics
185,455
Total births since 1880
2012
Peak year
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