Blake
Gender: Unisex
Meaning: Black, pale, fair
Origin: Old English
Popularity: Ranked #316 in 2025 with 1,080 babies born.
History: Blake is an Old English surname with seemingly contradictory origins — it could mean either very dark or very pale. It became popular as a given name in the 20th century and is used for both boys and girls. Poet William Blake is among its most famous bearers.
Famous people named Blake: Blake Lively (actress), Blake Shelton (singer), William Blake (poet)
Name length: 5 letters
How common is Blake? About 1 in 1,574 babies born in 2025 were named Blake, or roughly 5.8 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Blake
What does the name Blake mean?
Blake means “Black, pale, fair” from Old English roots.
What is the origin of the name Blake?
Blake has Old English origin. The traditional meaning is “Black, pale, fair”.
How popular is Blake?
Blake ranked #316 in 2025 — given to 1,080 babies that year.
When was Blake most popular?
Blake peaked in 2012 with 6,047 babies registered that year.
Is Blake a boy or girl name?
Blake is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Blakes in registered births are male.
Is the name Blake rising or falling in popularity?
Blake has fallen 94 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #222 in 2020 to #316 in 2025.
How long has Blake been recorded?
Blake appears in birth records across 132 years — from 1883 through 2025.