Blue
Gender: Unisex
Meaning: Contemporary name
Origin: Modern American
Popularity: Ranked #2648 in 2025 with 49 babies born.
History: Blue is a contemporary American name, likely coined in recent decades. Many modern names are created for their unique sound and individuality.
Similar names: blu, belle, blen, bless, bleu, bluma
Name length: 4 letters
How common is Blue? About 1 in 42,673 babies born in 2025 were named Blue, or roughly 0.2 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Blue
What does the name Blue mean?
Blue means “Contemporary name” from Modern American roots.
What is the origin of the name Blue?
Blue has Modern American origin. The traditional meaning is “Contemporary name”.
How popular is Blue?
Blue ranked #2641 in 2025 — given to 49 babies that year.
When was Blue most popular?
Blue peaked in 2024 with 51 babies registered that year.
Is Blue a boy or girl name?
Blue is used for both boys and girls. In the records, about 65% of Blues are boys and 35% are girls.
Is the name Blue rising or falling in popularity?
Blue has risen 1653 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #4294 in 2020 to #2641 in 2025.
How long has Blue been recorded?
Blue appears in birth records across 53 years — from 1968 through 2025.