Blake
boy name#316 in 2025Blake entered the US charts in 1883, peaked at #71 in 2012, ranks #316 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1883–2025
#316
rank today
#71
peak (2012)
1,080
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #857 |
| 1890s | #929 |
| 1900s | #1091 |
| 1910s | #1149 |
| 1920s | #1115 |
| 1930s | #1187 |
| 1940s | #912 |
| 1950s | #473 |
| 1960s | #359 |
| 1970s | #334 |
| 1980s | #124 |
| 1990s | #84 |
| 2000s | #87 |
| 2010s | #110 |
| 2020s | #246 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Blake has been most popular in CA, TX, FL.
Living bearers
About 179,000 people named Blake are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Blake alive today was born around 2001, making them about 24 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
Names similar in popularity
Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Blake in 2025?
- Blake ranks #316 among US boy names in 2025, with 1,080 babies given the name.
- When was the name Blake most popular?
- Blake peaked in 2012, reaching #71 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Blake with classmates?
- Blake will almost certainly be the only one in school.
Torn between Blake and another name?
Put them head to head — full stats, history and a verdict.
Start a name battle