Blade
Blade is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Leaf, blade, or sword edge.
Origin and history
Blade is an English word name derived from the Old English 'blæd', referring to a leaf, sword, or cutting edge. Historically used as a nickname or surname, it emerged as a modern given name in the late 20th century. It remains a rare and unconventional choice in the United States.
Popularity in the United States
2,136 babies in the United States have been named Blade since 1880. It ranks #2794 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1750.
States where it is most popular
- TX (19.3 %)
- OH (15.5 %)
- LA (14.3 %)
- IN (9.7 %)
- CA (7.4 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 86 |
| 1990-2000 | 718 |
| 2000-2010 | 758 |
| 2010-2019 | 397 |
| 2020-2029 | 177 |
Fun facts
- The word originates from the Old English 'blæd', which originally meant a leaf or sprout before evolving to mean a sharp edge.
- The name gained widespread cultural recognition through the popular Marvel comic character and movie franchise bearing the name.