How Many People Are Named Blaise?
Complete statistics for the name Blaise: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Blaise is a very rare male name, with only 8,787 people bearing it in the US today, making up just 1 in 37,557 Americans. The majority, 69%, are under 30, giving it a decidedly modern vibe.
📖 Meaning & Origin
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🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 26All 9,398 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: 2015Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Rising
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Blaise Through the Generations
With its peak popularity in 2015, Blaise has been on an upward trend, reflecting its status as a newer-generation name. Currently, 6,482 of those named Blaise are under 30, indicating a youthful demographic. As of now, there are 1,846 individuals aged between 30 and 60, and 1,070 over 60, showing a steady increase across different age groups.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Blaise's French roots
📄 About the Name Blaise
How Many People Have the Name Blaise?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 2,478 people in the United States currently share the name Blaise. That works out to roughly 1 in every 133,757 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Blaise a Common or Rare Name?
Blaise is classified as Very 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.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Blaise in SSA data, approximately 90% are male and 10% are female.
When Was Blaise Most Popular?
The name Blaise reached peak popularity in 2015, with 307 babies registered that year. Current trend: Rising.
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 Blaise?
Approximately 2,478 people named Blaise live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 2,478. That works out to roughly 1 in 133,757 Americans.
Is Blaise a rare name?
Blaise is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 133,757 Americans has this name.
What does the name Blaise mean?
The meaning and origin of Blaise are shown in the Meaning & Origin section on this page.
Is Blaise more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 90% of people named Blaise are male and 10% are female.
When was Blaise most popular?
Blaise peaked in 2015 with 307 births that year. Current trend: Rising.
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.