Blaise Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationBLAYZ / bleɪzLatin; French
Meaning
Latin: 'to stutter'; French: 'fire'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Blaise has roots in Latin, derived from 'Blasius', which means 'lisping' or 'stuttering'. It became popular in medieval Europe, particularly in France, where it is associated with Saint Blaise, a 4th-century bishop and martyr. The name has been used in various cultures, often linked to the element of fire due to its phonetic similarity to the French word 'blaze'. In modern times, it has gained popularity in English-speaking countries.
Trend Summary
Blaise has seen a moderate increase in popularity in the United States over the past few decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Blaze
- Blaize
International Variants
- Blaise (French)
- Blas (Spanish)
- Blaž (Slovenian)
Famous people named Blaise
Blaise Pascal was a French mathematician, physicist, and philosopher known for his contributions to mathematics and the development of the digital calculator.
Blaise Matuidi is a French professional footballer who has played for clubs like Paris Saint-Germain and Juventus, as well as the French national team.
Blaise Cendrars was a Swiss-born poet and novelist who became a prominent figure in French literature during the early 20th century.
Blaise Nkufo is a retired Congolese-Swiss footballer who had a successful career in Europe and represented Switzerland internationally.
Fictional characters named Blaise
Blaise Zabini is a character from the 'Harry Potter' series, known for being a Slytherin student at Hogwarts.
Blaise is a character in the video game 'Fire Emblem: Three Houses', where he serves as a member of the Black Eagles house.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Blaise was first seen in the United States in 1913. Blaise has ranked as high as #1111 nationally, which occurred in 2015, and has been most popular in Pennsylvania, New York, California, Texas, and Louisiana. In the past 5 years the name Blaise has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Blaise (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 20 | |
| FL | 13 | |
| GA | 11 | |
| OH | 10 | |
| PA | 9 | |
| MI | 9 | |
| CA | 9 | |
| LA | 8 | |
| NY | 8 | |
| CT | 8 | |
| TN | 7 | |
| VA | 7 | |
| WI | 7 | |
| KS | 5 | |
| MN | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1913 | 5 |
| 1915 | 8 |
| 1916 | 8 |
| 1917 | 11 |
| 1918 | 5 |
| 1919 | 6 |
| 1921 | 5 |
| 1923 | 9 |
| 1924 | 6 |
| 1925 | 9 |
| 1926 | 8 |
| 1927 | 11 |
| 1928 | 12 |
| 1930 | 6 |
| 1931 | 6 |
| 1932 | 9 |
| 1933 | 7 |
| 1934 | 7 |
| 1935 | 10 |
| 1936 | 10 |
| 1937 | 13 |
| 1938 | 14 |
| 1940 | 14 |
| 1941 | 14 |
| 1942 | 9 |
| 1943 | 15 |
| 1944 | 12 |
| 1945 | 9 |
| 1946 | 17 |
| 1947 | 25 |
| 1948 | 29 |
| 1949 | 16 |
| 1950 | 26 |
| 1951 | 26 |
| 1952 | 28 |
| 1953 | 53 |
| 1954 | 43 |
| 1955 | 38 |
| 1956 | 53 |
| 1957 | 37 |
| 1958 | 36 |
| 1959 | 59 |
| 1960 | 58 |
| 1961 | 59 |
| 1962 | 60 |
| 1963 | 51 |
| 1964 | 50 |
| 1965 | 48 |
| 1966 | 30 |
| 1967 | 31 |
| 1968 | 20 |
| 1969 | 29 |
| 1970 | 28 |
| 1971 | 30 |
| 1972 | 18 |
| 1973 | 28 |
| 1974 | 24 |
| 1975 | 26 |
| 1976 | 27 |
| 1977 | 29 |
| 1978 | 34 |
| 1979 | 37 |
| 1980 | 32 |
| 1981 | 29 |
| 1982 | 45 |
| 1983 | 39 |
| 1984 | 39 |
| 1985 | 63 |
| 1986 | 52 |
| 1987 | 55 |
| 1988 | 86 |
| 1989 | 97 |
| 1990 | 96 |
| 1991 | 90 |
| 1992 | 85 |
| 1993 | 117 |
| 1994 | 123 |
| 1995 | 110 |
| 1996 | 128 |
| 1997 | 136 |
| 1998 | 160 |
| 1999 | 169 |
| 2000 | 161 |
| 2001 | 208 |
| 2002 | 214 |
| 2003 | 216 |
| 2004 | 196 |
| 2005 | 172 |
| 2006 | 188 |
| 2007 | 197 |
| 2008 | 184 |
| 2009 | 206 |
| 2010 | 211 |
| 2011 | 213 |
| 2012 | 227 |
| 2013 | 230 |
| 2014 | 262 |
| 2015 | 283 |
| 2016 | 238 |
| 2017 | 234 |
| 2018 | 204 |
| 2019 | 235 |
| 2020 | 235 |
| 2021 | 217 |
| 2022 | 219 |
| 2023 | 198 |
| 2024 | 193 |