Blake (given name)

Blake is a unisex given name,[1][2] which originated from Old English. Its derivation is uncertain; it could come from "blac", a nickname for someone who had dark hair or skin, or from "blaac", a nickname for someone with pale hair or skin.[3]

Blake
Pronunciation/ˈblk/
GenderUnisex
Language(s)English
Origin
Language(s)Old English
Word/nameFrom an English surname
DerivationOld English: blac or blaac
Meaningunknown
Region of originEngland
Other names
Related namesBlakey, Black
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References

  1. ^ a b Campbell, Mike. "Blake". behindthename.com. Behind the Name. Retrieved 26 December 2024.
  2. ^ a b "Popular Baby Names". Retrieved 26 December 2024.
  3. ^ "Blake". Surname Database. Retrieved 13 February 2009.