Blaise
Blaise: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Blaise
- A male given name from French.
Etymology
Borrowed from Old French Blaise in the Middle Ages and revived partly due to the modern French equivalent, from Latin Blasius. Doublet of Blasius.
How popular is Blaise?
Since 1880, 888 girls and 8,768 boys in the U.S. have been named Blaise (9% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #3119 in 2021. Its highest rank for boys was #803 in 2002. In 2025, 256 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Blaise FAQ
What does the name Blaise mean?
A male given name from French. Borrowed from Old French Blaise in the Middle Ages and revived partly due to the modern French equivalent, from Latin Blasius. Doublet of Blasius.
What is the origin of the name Blaise?
Blaise is listed as a name of French origin.
How popular is the name Blaise?
Since 1880, 888 girls and 8,768 boys in the U.S. have been named Blaise (9% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #3119 in 2021. Its highest rank for boys was #803 in 2002. In 2025, 256 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Blaise a boy or girl name?
Blaise is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 888 girls and 8,768 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.