Gender Masculine & Feminine
Usage English
Pronounced Pron. /ˈbleɪk/  [key·simplify]

Meaning & History

From an English surname that was derived from Old English blæc "black" or blac "pale". A famous bearer of the surname was the poet and artist William Blake (1757-1827). It was originally a mainly masculine name but in 2007 actress Blake Lively (1987-) began starring in the television series Gossip Girl, after which time it increased in popularity for girls.

Popularity

People think this name is

upper class   wholesome   strong   refined   simple  

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Entry updated January 21, 2022