How Many People Are Named Blane?
Complete statistics for the name Blane: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Blane is a rare name with roots in Old English, making it both classic and modern. Only 3,849 people named Blane live in the US today, which means 1 in 85,732 Americans have this name. The name peaked in popularity in 1957 with 114 births.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Life-path number 7 symbolizes introspection, spirituality, and a deep connection to the mysteries of life.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 43All 4,431 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: 1957Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Declining
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Blane Through the Generations
Over the decades, Blane has seen a steady decline in usage, reflecting its niche status among American names. In 1957, it reached its peak with 114 births, but since then, its popularity has waned. Today, the name is held by 3,849 individuals in the US, with an average age of 43 years. Interestingly, the age distribution shows a fairly even spread: 38% are under 30, 29% are aged 30-60, and 33% are over 60, indicating a diverse group of people named Blane across different generations.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
⭐ Famous People Named Blane
Blane is a given name. Notable people with the name include:Blane Comstock, American ice hockey player Blane De St. Croix, American artist Blane Gaison, American football player M. Blane Michael (1943–2011), American judge Blane Morgan, American football coach Blane David Nordahl, American cat burglar Blane Smith, American football player Saint Blane, Scottish bishop and confessor Blane Muise, English musician…
Full list on Wikipedia →🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Blane's Old English roots
📄 About the Name Blane
How Many People Have the Name Blane?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 831 people in the United States currently share the name Blane. That works out to roughly 1 in every 398,856 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Blane a Common or Rare Name?
Blane 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.
What Does the Name Blane Mean?
Blane means "Old English occupational surname" and comes from Old English origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 7.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Blane in SSA data, approximately 100% are male and 0% are female.
When Was Blane Most Popular?
The name Blane reached peak popularity in 1957, with 114 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 Blane?
Approximately 831 people named Blane live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 831. That works out to roughly 1 in 398,856 Americans.
Is Blane a rare name?
Blane is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 398,856 Americans has this name.
What does the name Blane mean?
Blane means "Old English occupational surname" and comes from Old English origins.
Is Blane more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 100% of people named Blane are male and 0% are female.
When was Blane most popular?
Blane peaked in 1957 with 114 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.