Blake (given name)

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Blake is a primarily male given name which originated from Old English. Its derivation is uncertain; it could come from "blac", a nickname for someone who had dark hair or skin, or from "blaac", a nickname for someone with pale hair or skin. [1]

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Blake
Pronunciation /ˈblk/
GenderPrimarily male
Language(s) English
Origin
Language(s) Old English, Irish
Word/name Blake (surname)
Region of origin England, Ireland
Other names
Related names Blakey, Black

Notable people with the given name "Blake" include

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References

  1. "Blake". Surname Database. Retrieved 13 February 2009.