Blake
Blake first appears in US records in 1883. It peaked in 2012, when 6,047 boys were given the name; in 2025 there were 1,080.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
What does Blake mean?
An English surname from words meaning both “black” and “pale, white” — a name of contradictory roots.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Blake mean?
Blake means Of opposite senses, black or pale. An English surname from words meaning both “black” and “pale, white” — a name of contradictory roots.
What is the origin of the name Blake?
Blake is of English origin.
How do you pronounce Blake?
Blake is pronounced “BLAYK.”
Is Blake a boy or a girl name?
Blake is most commonly used as a unisex name.
How popular is the name Blake?
In 2025, Blake ranked #316 among boys’ and #295 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Blake most popular?
Blake was most popular in 2012, when about 6,047 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.