How Many People Are Named Blaine?
Complete statistics for the name Blaine: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Blaine, a very rare male name, is held by just 27,038 people in the US, making up 1 in 12,205 Americans. The name peaked in popularity in 2001 with 644 births, but it's now declining, maintaining its charm as a classic yet modern choice.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Life-path number 7 symbolizes introspection, wisdom, and spiritual growth.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 47All 34,059 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: 2001Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Declining
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Blaine Through the Generations
Blaine has seen a steady presence through the generations, with its current living bearers numbering 27,038. Interestingly, the age distribution shows a fairly even spread, with 34% under 30, 33% aged 30-60, and 33% over 60. This suggests a balanced appeal across different age groups, though the name's peak in 2001 hints at a past era of greater popularity.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Blaine's Irish roots
📄 About the Name Blaine
How Many People Have the Name Blaine?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 6,098 people in the United States currently share the name Blaine. That works out to roughly 1 in every 54,354 Americans, placing it in the Rare category.
Is Blaine a Common or Rare Name?
Blaine 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 Blaine Mean?
Blaine means "Irish surname" and comes from Irish origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 7.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Blaine in SSA data, approximately 96% are male and 4% are female.
When Was Blaine Most Popular?
The name Blaine reached peak popularity in 2001, with 644 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 Blaine?
Approximately 6,098 people named Blaine live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 6,098. That works out to roughly 1 in 54,354 Americans.
Is Blaine a rare name?
Blaine is classified as Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 54,354 Americans has this name.
What does the name Blaine mean?
Blaine means "Irish surname" and comes from Irish origins.
Is Blaine more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 96% of people named Blaine are male and 4% are female.
When was Blaine most popular?
Blaine peaked in 2001 with 644 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.