Blaine
Blaine is a boy's name of Celtic origin.
Meaning
Yellow, golden, or slender.
Origin and history
Blaine is a surname of Scottish Gaelic origin, derived from the word 'bla' meaning yellow or slender. Historically used as both a given name and a surname, it has maintained a steady, classic presence in the United States over the decades.
Popularity in the United States
33,071 babies in the United States have been named Blaine since 1880. It ranks #645 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #927.
States where it is most popular
- PA (8.5 %)
- TX (8.1 %)
- CA (7.3 %)
- OH (6 %)
- LA (5.1 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 175 |
| 1890-1900 | 96 |
| 1900-1910 | 84 |
| 1910-1920 | 824 |
| 1920-1930 | 1,483 |
| 1930-1940 | 1,397 |
| 1940-1950 | 1,624 |
| 1950-1960 | 3,102 |
| 1960-1970 | 3,602 |
| 1970-1980 | 2,604 |
| 1980-1990 | 3,669 |
| 1990-2000 | 4,622 |
| 2000-2010 | 4,799 |
| 2010-2019 | 3,667 |
| 2020-2029 | 1,323 |
Famous people named Blaine
- Blaine Gabbert: American football player
- Blaine Luetkemeyer: Politician
- Blaine Nye: American football player, Businessman
Fun facts
- Blaine originated as a habitational and descriptive Gaelic name in Scotland before evolving into a popular given name.
- The name is historically linked to Saint Blane, an early Christian missionary in Scotland.