Blayze
A masculine name originating from English meaning "bright flame or blaze".
Name Census estimates that about 1,297 living Americans carry the first name Blayze. It is a predominantly male name (93.1% of registrations). The average person named Blayze today is around 14 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Blayze births was 2014 (74 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Blayze. 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.
Key insights
- • Blayze is a relatively new arrival in the SSA data. The average bearer is just 14 years old, meaning it gained most of its traction in the last two decades.
People living today
1.3K
~ 1 in 264,267 Americans
Peak year
2014
74 babies that year
Average age
14
years old
2024 SSA rank
#3,789
Tracked since 1984
Gender
Gender distribution for Blayze
Blayze leans heavily male at 93.1% of total registrations, but 90 girls have also been registered with the name over the years, giving it a small but present crossover presence.
Blayze as a male name
- Ranked #3,789 in 2024
- 29 male births in 2024
- Peak: 2014 (69 births)
Blayze as a female name
- Ranked #15,630 in 2024
- 5 female births in 2024
- Peak: 2023 (12 births)
Popularity
Blayze: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Blayze from the 1980s through to the 2020s, spanning 5 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2010s, with 590 total registrations. Although the numbers have come down from the 2010s peak, Blayze remains solidly in use and shows no sign of disappearing from maternity wards.
Babies born per year
Decades
Blayze 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 Blayze during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Blayzes live
The SSA's state-level files cover 11 states and territories. Texas, Louisiana, Oklahoma recorded the most babies named Blayze, while Ohio, Illinois, Florida recorded the fewest. The average across all reporting states is about 19 registrations each.
Origin
Meaning and history of Blayze
The name Blayze is a unique and distinctive name with a rich history and etymology. Its origins can be traced back to the Old English word "blæse," which means "a blaze" or "a flame." This word was derived from the Proto-Germanic root "blas-," which also gave rise to words like "blaze" and "blast" in modern English.
In ancient times, the name Blayze was likely used as a nickname or a descriptive name for someone with fiery red hair or a spirited and passionate personality. It may have been particularly popular among the Anglo-Saxon communities in Britain during the Middle Ages.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Blayze can be found in the Domesday Book, a comprehensive survey of England commissioned by William the Conqueror in 1086. The name appears as "Blæse" in this historical document, indicating its usage during the Norman period.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Blayze. One of the most famous was Blayze the Bold (c. 1150-1220), a renowned knight and crusader who fought in the Third Crusade alongside Richard the Lionheart. His bravery and skill in battle earned him a place in the annals of medieval English history.
Another significant figure was Blayze of Canterbury (1225-1292), a respected scholar and theologian who served as the Archbishop of Canterbury during the turbulent reign of King Henry III. His writings on theology and philosophy were highly influential in shaping the intellectual landscape of medieval Europe.
In the 16th century, Blayze Makepeace (1540-1610) was a prominent English playwright and poet, known for his satirical works that critiqued the social and political issues of his time. His plays were widely performed in London's theaters and earned him a reputation as a skilled wordsmith.
During the English Civil War, Blayze Cromwell (1620-1678), a distant relative of Oliver Cromwell, gained fame as a skilled military commander who fought for the Parliamentarian cause. His strategic brilliance and unwavering loyalty to the Puritan ideals of the time made him a respected figure among his contemporaries.
In more recent times, Blayze Thorne (1892-1972) was a renowned American artist and illustrator whose works captured the spirit of the American West. His vivid depictions of cowboys, Native Americans, and rugged landscapes have become iconic representations of the frontier era.
While the name Blayze may not be as common as some other names, it carries a rich legacy and a sense of fiery determination and passion. Its historical roots and unique sound make it a distinctive choice for parents seeking a name with character and cultural significance.
People
Blayze + last name combinations
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FAQ
Blayze: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Blayze?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 1,297 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Blayze 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 264,267 US residents.
Is Blayze a common name?
We classify Blayze as "Rare". It ranks above 91.6% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 1,311 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Blayze most popular?
The single biggest year for Blayze was 2014, when 74 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Blayze is about 14 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Blayze a male name?
Yes, 93.1% of people registered as Blayze 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.