MallowbyNames

Blease

BLEES · of uncertain origin; possibly a variant of the surname Blease, which may derive from an Old English personal name

Peak popularity
1913
Usually for
Boys
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady.

Popularity of Blease since 1911

Babies named Blease per year in U.S. Social Security records.

71320192019602000Most births 1913Boys
Data table (by decade)
DecadeBoys
1910s115
1920s34
1930s11
1940s20
1950s12
1960s9
1970s0
1980s0
1990s0
2000s0
2010s0
2020s0

Meaning & origin

Blease is an extremely rare given name, recorded primarily for boys in the early 20th century. The earliest known occurrence in U.S. Social Security data dates to 1911, and its peak usage was in 1913. Despite this brief appearance, the name has remained stable in its rarity, never entering common use. Its origins are uncertain, but it is likely derived from an English surname. The name's scarcity makes it a distinctive choice, though it carries little cultural or historical weight. Parents considering Blease today would be choosing a name that is virtually unheard of, with no modern bearers or notable associations.

Blease is a rare given name of English origin, likely derived from a surname. The surname Blease may have originated as a variant of Blease or from a medieval personal name. Its use as a first name is extremely uncommon, with records mainly from the early 20th century.

Sibling names for Blease

Names that share Blease's style, for a brother or sister.

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Blease mean?
The meaning of Blease is uncertain; it is likely a surname-derived given name of Old English origin.
How popular is the name Blease?
Blease has never ranked among the top 1000 names in the United States. It was recorded in the early 1900s but is now very rare.
Is Blease a boy or girl name?
Blease has been used almost exclusively as a boy name.