Bleu Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationBLOO / bluːFrench; English
Meaning
French: blue; English: blue
Historical & Cultural Background
Bleu is derived from the French word for the color blue. In French culture, colors often carry symbolic meanings, with blue representing calmness and serenity. The name has gained popularity in English-speaking countries as a unique choice for boys. It reflects a trend towards using color names as personal names.
Trend Summary
Bleu has seen a rise in popularity as a modern and distinctive name choice.
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Variants
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International Variants
- Blau (German)
- Azul (Spanish)
- Blu (Italian)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Bleu was first seen in the United States in 1979. Bleu has ranked as high as #1332 nationally, which occurred in 2022, and has been most popular in Texas, Georgia, and California. In the past 5 years the name Bleu has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Bleu (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 8 | |
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1979 | 5 |
| 1997 | 5 |
| 2007 | 7 |
| 2008 | 6 |
| 2011 | 5 |
| 2014 | 11 |
| 2015 | 11 |
| 2016 | 7 |
| 2017 | 8 |
| 2018 | 22 |
| 2019 | 24 |
| 2020 | 29 |
| 2021 | 44 |
| 2022 | 61 |
| 2023 | 55 |
| 2024 | 39 |