Blakely
b-lake-ly,
bl(a)-kely
US Popularity:364
Origin:British
Other Origin(s):Scottish
Meaning:Dark woodland clearing
Blakely is a gender-neutral name of British and Scottish origin. Blakely comes from Blakeley, a name given to several places throughout the Northern England and Scottish borders. The name comprises the Old English words blæc, meaning “dark, black,” and leah, meaning “woodland clearing.” Blakely carries a sophisticated air that outshines its mysterious-sounding connotation, which evokes imagery of verdant, misty plains. If you’re on the hunt for a refined and trendy name that nods to your British heritage, you can’t go wrong with Blakely.
Common Nicknames for Blakely
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How Popular Is The Name Blakely?
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Blakely is currently #1225 on The Bump
Boy:Blakely is currently #676 on The Bump Boy Names
Girl:Blakely is currently #878 on The Bump Girl Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Blakely is currently #364 in U.S. births
Boy:Blakely is currently #6559 in U.S. births
Girl:Blakely is currently #155 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2023
Gender:
Girl
#155
in 2023
+ 12
from 2022
Sources
WordSense, Meaning of Blakely
WordSense, Meaning of Blake
Ancestry, Blakely Family History
House of Names, Blakely History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms
SurnameDB, Last name: Blakely
Behind the Name, Blakely, January 2022
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