Rising since 1985, #781 for boys today.
Popularity of Blaze since 1921
Babies named Blaze per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 2015, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Blaze's real moment was 2023.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1920s | 0 | 5 |
| 1930s | 0 | 0 |
| 1940s | 0 | 0 |
| 1950s | 0 | 60 |
| 1960s | 0 | 57 |
| 1970s | 0 | 96 |
| 1980s | 23 | 283 |
| 1990s | 159 | 939 |
| 2000s | 143 | 2,282 |
| 2010s | 121 | 2,856 |
| 2020s | 156 | 1,930 |
Meaning & origin
Blaze is a modern word name drawn directly from the English word for a bright flame. Its rise in popularity is a relatively recent phenomenon: first recorded in the U.S. in 1921, it remained obscure for decades before beginning a steady climb in the 1980s. Since 1985, its trajectory has been upward, with its peak year to date in 2023. The name is especially favored in the Southern states, with Georgia, Alabama, and Mississippi showing the highest usage. While still uncommon (1 in 5,239 male births in 2025), Blaze has carved out a niche alongside other fiery word names like Ember and Phoenix. Its straightforward meaning and energetic sound appeal to parents seeking a distinctive yet intuitive name.
Derived directly from the English word 'blaze', meaning a bright flame or fire. The name likely emerged in the late 20th century as part of a broader trend of word names and nature-inspired names. It is sometimes considered a modern coinage associated with energy and intensity.
Where Blaze is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state. Press play or drag the slider to watch it move across the decades. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Variants: Blays, Blaze
Sibling names for Blaze
Names that share Blaze's style, for a brother or sister.
