Blayne
Blayne is a boy's name of Celtic origin.
Meaning
Yellow, golden-haired, or slender.
Origin and history
Blayne is a variant spelling of Blaine, derived from the Scottish Gaelic name Bláán, meaning 'yellow' or 'slender'. Historically associated with Saint Bláán of Bute, it has maintained steady but modest usage in the United States as a masculine given name. Its modern spelling gives it a contemporary feel while retaining its classic Celtic roots.
Popularity in the United States
4,050 babies in the United States have been named Blayne since 1880. It ranks #1981 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1673.
States where it is most popular
- TX (31.6 %)
- OH (8.5 %)
- CA (8.2 %)
- MO (7.4 %)
- IN (7 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 11 |
| 1930-1940 | 40 |
| 1940-1950 | 28 |
| 1950-1960 | 88 |
| 1960-1970 | 138 |
| 1970-1980 | 171 |
| 1980-1990 | 405 |
| 1990-2000 | 783 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,246 |
| 2010-2019 | 886 |
| 2020-2029 | 254 |
Famous people named Blayne
- Blayne Barber: Professional Golfer
- Blayne Enlow: Ice Hockey Player
Fun facts
- The original Gaelic form Bláán was borne by a 6th-century Scottish bishop who founded a monastery at Dunblane.
- Blayne is a modern English spelling variation of Blaine, replacing the letter 'i' with a 'y'.