How Many People Are Named Blain?
Complete statistics for the name Blain: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Blain is a very rare male name, with only 1,873 people bearing it in the US today, making up just 1 in 176,145 Americans. It's a modern name that peaked in popularity in 2003 with 58 births, showing a declining trend since then.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Life-path number 2 symbolizes balance, harmony, and cooperation.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 47All 2,295 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).
📈 Popularity Over Time
Peak: 2003Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Declining
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Blain Through the Generations
Blain has seen a steady decline in usage since its peak in 2003, reflecting its status as a newer-generation name. With 1,873 individuals currently living in the US, the name is predominantly held by those aged 47 on average, indicating a generation gap. The age distribution shows a fairly even spread, with 31% under 30, 40% between 30 and 60, and 29% over 60, suggesting a balanced representation across different age groups.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Blain's English surname used as a first name roots
📄 About the Name Blain
How Many People Have the Name Blain?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 4,635 people in the United States currently share the name Blain. That works out to roughly 1 in every 71,510 Americans, placing it in the Rare category.
Is Blain a Common or Rare Name?
Blain is classified as Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.
What Does the Name Blain Mean?
Blain means "modern coinage, evokes strength" and comes from English surname used as a first name origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 2.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Blain in SSA data, approximately 99% are male and 1% are female.
When Was Blain Most Popular?
The name Blain reached peak popularity in 2003, with 58 babies registered that year. Current trend: Declining.
How Is This Data Calculated?
All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are named Blain?
Approximately 4,635 people named Blain live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 4,635. That works out to roughly 1 in 71,510 Americans.
Is Blain a rare name?
Blain is classified as Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 71,510 Americans has this name.
What does the name Blain mean?
Blain means "modern coinage, evokes strength" and comes from English surname used as a first name origins.
Is Blain more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 99% of people named Blain are male and 1% are female.
When was Blain most popular?
Blain peaked in 2003 with 58 births that year. Current trend: Declining.
How accurate are these statistics?
All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.