Blayde
An English masculine name derived from the word "blade", meaning sharp edge.
Name Census estimates that about 287 living Americans carry the first name Blayde. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Blayde today is around 18 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Blayde births was 2002 (20 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Blayde. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
People living today
287
~ 1 in 1,194,266 Americans
Peak year
2002
20 babies that year
Average age
18
years old
2024 SSA rank
#9,070
Tracked since 1993
Popularity
Blayde: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Blayde from the 1990s through to the 2020s, spanning 4 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2000s, with 107 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 2000s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Blayde by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Blayde during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Blaydes live
Origin
Meaning and history of Blayde
The name Blayde is a relatively modern name, with its origins likely rooted in the English language. It is believed to have emerged in the late 20th century as a combination or variation of the names Blake and Blade. While the exact etymology is uncertain, it may have been influenced by the word "blade," referring to a sharp, cutting implement or weapon.
The name does not appear to have any direct historical references or appearances in ancient texts or religious scriptures. However, its potential connection to the word "blade" could allude to warrior or military associations, as blades have been used in combat throughout history.
The earliest recorded examples of the name Blayde are relatively recent, with records showing its use in the late 20th century and early 21st century. Due to its modern nature, there are fewer notable historical figures with this name.
One of the earliest recorded individuals with the name Blayde is Blayde Rosholt, an American mixed martial artist and former professional wrestler born in 1981. He competed in various organizations, including the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC).
Another individual named Blayde is Blayde Maddox, an Australian professional wrestler currently performing on the independent circuit. He is known for his work in promotions such as Explosive Pro Wrestling and Melbourne City Wrestling.
In the entertainment industry, there is Blayde Wilkins, an American actor and model who has appeared in various television shows and films, including "The Young and the Restless" and "Unnatural."
Blayde Grayson is a Canadian singer-songwriter and musician, known for his work in the punk rock and alternative rock genres. He has released several albums and has toured extensively.
Lastly, Blayde Berman is an American artist and photographer, known for his work in portraiture and fine art photography. His works have been exhibited in galleries across the United States.
While the name Blayde is relatively new and less common compared to more traditional names, it has gained some popularity in recent years, possibly due to its unique sound and potential associations with strength and sharpness.
People
Blayde + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Blayde as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with B
Other first names starting with B with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Blayde: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Blayde?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 287 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Blayde going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 1,194,266 US residents.
Is Blayde a common name?
We classify Blayde as "Very Rare". It ranks above 78.7% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 290 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Blayde most popular?
The single biggest year for Blayde was 2002, when 20 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Blayde is about 18 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Blayde a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Blayde in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.