Blake

Girl's name

Blake is a unisex name of Old English origin, meaning "black" or "dark." It was traditionally a surname before becoming a popular given name.

Meaning Black, pale
Origin English
U.S. births in 2023 1,457 Rising
Peak year 2021

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Popularity Over Time

Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Blake Lively - Actress known for "Gossip Girl" and "The Shallows."
  • Blake Shelton - Country singer and "The Voice" coach.
  • Blake Griffin - NBA basketball player for the Detroit Pistons.
  • Blake Mycoskie - Founder of TOMS Shoes and social entrepreneur.
  • Blake Anderson - Actor and comedian from "Workaholics."
  • Blake Bortles - NFL quarterback for the Los Angeles Rams.
  • Blake Snell - MLB pitcher for the San Diego Padres.
  • Blake Horstmann - Reality TV personality from "The Bachelorette."
  • Blake Neely - Composer for TV shows like "Arrow" and "The Flash."
  • Blake Koch - Former NASCAR driver in the Xfinity Series.

Sisters for Blake

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Brothers for Blake

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Name Variants

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