Blakleigh

“Dark meadow”

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#10438US 2023

9Births / yr

↓Falling

124All-time births

📅 Since 200900

What does Blakleigh mean and where does it come from?

Blakleigh is a modern name that fuses elements of Old English. 'Blake', meaning black or dark, is combined with 'leigh', meaning meadow or clearing, producing a name that can be interpreted as 'dark meadow'. It is typically considered a feminine name and has gained some popularity particularly in th

Cultural significance

Blakleigh has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of dark meadow.

Peak popularity

Reached #6825 in 2020 — currently #10438 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Blakleigh?

Blakleigh works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Blakleigh Grace

How popular is Blakleigh right now?

Falling — down 4419 spots — currently #10438 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2015–2023#10438 · Top 7.7%

2015

2020

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#10438	9	▼ down 4419 · -55% births
2022	#6019	20	▼ down 35
2021	#5984	20	▲ up 841 · +18% births
2020	#6825	17	▲ up 3937 · +70% births
2015	#10762	10	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Blakleigh

Best Year2021Rank #5984

Peak Count20

Average Rank#8006

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range2015 - 20235 years

The story of Blakleigh

Blakleigh is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2009. With 124 total births recorded, Blakleigh remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #10762 in 2015 to #10438 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Blakleigh in 2020:

Olivia Emma Ava Charlotte Sophia

Blakleigh by decade

Blakleigh peaked in the 2020s. See all 2020s names →

Decade	Births
2000s	5
2010s ★	102
2020s	17

💎Blakleigh has only 124 total recorded births since 2009 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Blakleigh?

Common

BlaBlieBlyAkleigh

What names sound and feel like Blakleigh?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Blakleigh also consider these

American · Briar wood

Brayleigh

American · A beloved name

Braleigh

American · Variant of Briley

Baleigh

American · Bailiff; steward

Baeleigh

American · a combination of

Charleigh

American · Free man or

Common questions about the name Blakleigh

What does the name Blakleigh mean?

Blakleigh means "Dark meadow" — a name rooted in American tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Blakleigh?

Blakleigh is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is becoming rarer and more distinctive, making it a unique choice that stands out.

What is the cultural origin of Blakleigh?

Blakleigh originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

Is Blakleigh a common or rare name?

Blakleigh is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.

What are good nicknames for Blakleigh?

Blakleigh naturally lends itself to affectionate nicknames. Shortened versions based on the first syllable are most popular, and many parents also create unique pet names that feel personal to their family.