Blayke
Blayke is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Dark-complexioned or fair/pale.
Origin and history
Blayke is a modern spelling variant of the classic English name Blake. Originating as an Old English surname, it holds the dual meanings of 'dark' or 'fair' depending on the Old English root words 'blæc' or 'blāc'. It sees modest modern usage in the United States as a contemporary unisex name.
Popularity in the United States
750 babies in the United States have been named Blayke since 1880. It ranks #3926 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1853.
States where it is most popular
- MO (23.1 %)
- CA (19.2 %)
- MI (19.2 %)
- TX (19.2 %)
- WI (19.2 %)
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 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 0 |
| 1990-2000 | 128 |
| 2000-2010 | 289 |
| 2010-2019 | 259 |
| 2020-2029 | 74 |
Fun facts
- The original surname Blake stems from two opposite Old English words: 'blæc' meaning black/dark, and 'blāc' meaning pale/shining.
- Adding a 'y' creates a distinct contemporary visual style while maintaining the traditional pronunciation of Blake.