Blaise
Blaise is a boys' name of French origin meaning “one who lisps or stammers.”
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how do you pronounce Blaise?
BLEZ
where does the name Blaise come from?
From the Latin Blaesus and the Greek Βλάσιος (Vlasios), by way of French; its ultimate origin is uncertain.
Associated with the brilliant mathematician and philosopher Blaise Pascal, this name carries intellectual weight in French culture. It also honors Saint Blaise, the patron saint of throats. Despite its modest etymological meaning, the name sounds bold and distinctive.
how popular is this name?
Blaise has appeared in the US top 1,000 in 25 years since 1953, and fell outside it for 43. It peaked at #803 in 2002, and ranked #935 in 2020.
See the milestone years
| Year | Rank |
|---|---|
| 2020 | #935 |
| 2019 | #927 |
| 2017 | #910 |
| 2016 | #904 |
| 2015 | #808 |
| 2014 | #851 |
| 2013 | #904 |
| 2012 | #909 |
| 2011 | #935 |
| 2010 | #949 |
| 2002 | #803 |
| 2000 | #942 |
| 1953 | #989 |
Source: SSA National Baby Names Dataset (through 2025). Years absent from the table are years Blaise fell outside the top 1,000.
the history of Blaise
English borrowed the name in the Middle Ages from the Latin form Blasius, and it was later revived, partly through its modern French equivalent.
who are famous people named Blaise?
- Blaise Pascal (mathematician, physicist, and philosopher)
- Blaise Cendrars (Swiss-French novelist and poet)
what are the nicknames and variants of Blaise?
Variants around the world
what names are similar to Blaise?
what names go well with Blaise?
Sibling names that share Blaise's rhythm and register without echoing it too closely.
quick answers about Blaise
What does the name Blaise mean?
Blaise means “one who lisps or stammers”.
What is the origin of the name Blaise?
Blaise comes from the French naming tradition. Related forms include Blasius and Vlasios.
How popular is the name Blaise?
Blaise ranked #935 in the US in 2020, according to Social Security data. Its best year was 2002, at #803, and it has spent 25 years in the top 1,000 since 1953.
Is Blaise a boy or girl name?
Blaise is primarily a boys' name.
How do you pronounce Blaise?
Blaise is pronounced BLEZ, with 1 syllable.
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