Rising since 1990, #2,117 for girls today.
Popularity of Blakelee since 1988
Babies named Blakelee per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 12 |
| 1990s | 62 |
| 2000s | 88 |
| 2010s | 608 |
| 2020s | 615 |
Meaning & origin
Blakelee is a modern feminine name formed from the surname Blake plus the trendy -lee ending. It first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1988, a period when surname-inspired girls' names with the -lee suffix were becoming fashionable. The name saw its highest usage in 2019, ranking 2,117 nationally. Its trajectory has been rising since 1990, and it has been most popular in states like Oklahoma, Georgia, and North Carolina. Though not among the most common names, its steady ascent suggests it remains a fresh option for parents seeking a name that feels both familiar and contemporary. The name's meaning ties back to the Old English roots of Blake, which could refer to dark or light coloring, but for most modern families, the appeal lies in its stylish sound rather than its semantic origins.
Blakelee is a modern invented name, created by adding the popular -lee suffix to the surname and given name Blake. Blake originated as an Old English nickname for someone with either dark or pale hair, from blæc 'black' or blāc 'pale'. The name Blakelee first appeared in U.S. records in 1988 and gained modest use, peaking in 2019 at rank 2117.
Where Blakelee is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Blake, Lee, Leelee
Sibling names for Blakelee
Names that share Blakelee's style, for a brother or sister.
