Blake
Blake is a girl's name of English origin.
Meaning
Dark, pale, or fair-haired.
Origin and history
Blake is an English name originally derived from a surname with dual Old English roots meaning dark or fair. Historically a masculine name, it has gained substantial popularity for girls in the United States in recent decades. It now serves as a stylish, modern unisex choice for parents.
Popularity in the United States
20,065 babies in the United States have been named Blake since 1880. It ranks #1065 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #217.
States where it is most popular
- CA (11.2 %)
- TX (9.9 %)
- NY (5.7 %)
- OH (5.3 %)
- FL (5.2 %)
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 | 11 |
| 1960-1970 | 86 |
| 1970-1980 | 227 |
| 1980-1990 | 747 |
| 1990-2000 | 1,924 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,338 |
| 2010-2019 | 7,614 |
| 2020-2029 | 8,118 |
Famous people named Blake
- Blake Lively: Actress
Fun facts
- The name stems from two opposing Old English words: blaec (meaning dark or black) and blac (meaning pale or fair).
- While traditionally given to boys, Blake became increasingly common for American females in the late 20th and early 21st centuries.