Blue Unisex
Origin(s)
Pronunciationbloo / bluːEnglish; Color name
Meaning
Color associated with the sky and sea
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Blue is derived from the English word for the color. It has been used as a given name in modern times, particularly in the United States. The use of color names as personal names has gained popularity in recent years, reflecting a trend towards unique and nature-inspired names.
Trend Summary
The name Blue has seen a rise in popularity in the United States, particularly as a gender-neutral option.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Blue was first seen in the United States in 1968. Blue has ranked as high as #1309 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in California, Texas, and Florida. In the past 5 years the name Blue has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Blue (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 9 | |
| TX | 8 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1968 | 11 |
| 1969 | 13 |
| 1970 | 10 |
| 1971 | 5 |
| 1972 | 11 |
| 1973 | 12 |
| 1974 | 15 |
| 1975 | 16 |
| 1976 | 8 |
| 1977 | 10 |
| 1978 | 14 |
| 1979 | 7 |
| 1980 | 7 |
| 1981 | 6 |
| 1982 | 7 |
| 1984 | 6 |
| 1987 | 5 |
| 1989 | 9 |
| 1991 | 9 |
| 1992 | 11 |
| 1993 | 8 |
| 1994 | 11 |
| 1995 | 14 |
| 1996 | 11 |
| 1997 | 13 |
| 1998 | 17 |
| 1999 | 11 |
| 2000 | 23 |
| 2001 | 12 |
| 2002 | 13 |
| 2003 | 16 |
| 2004 | 17 |
| 2005 | 16 |
| 2006 | 20 |
| 2007 | 14 |
| 2008 | 18 |
| 2009 | 11 |
| 2010 | 15 |
| 2011 | 11 |
| 2012 | 22 |
| 2013 | 20 |
| 2014 | 17 |
| 2015 | 32 |
| 2016 | 23 |
| 2017 | 29 |
| 2018 | 29 |
| 2019 | 35 |
| 2020 | 42 |
| 2021 | 46 |
| 2022 | 48 |
| 2023 | 42 |
| 2024 | 51 |