Blade Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name 'Blade' originates from the Old English word for 'sharp edge', indicating its association with weaponry and tools. It has evolved through historical forms like 'blæd' and 'blade' and is perceived as a strong, action-oriented name today. There is no biblical relevance associated with this name.
The name Blade is most popular in Louisiana, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Blade has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Blade' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2025th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1770th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3448th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Blade' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Blade"
Pronunciation
/bleɪd/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The name 'Blade' is derived from the Old English word 'blæd', which means 'blade' or 'sword'. It refers to the cutting edge of a weapon or tool.
Meaning
sharp edge
Language Evolution
Old English: blæd, Middle English: blade, Modern English: Blade
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the late 20th century, especially in popular culture through various media, including literature and film.
Variants & Derivatives
Blayde, Blaide
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Blade is often associated with strength and stealth, largely due to its use in popular culture, particularly in action films and video games.
Famous People
Blade Runner (character), Blade (comic book character)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Blade"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Blade"
"Blade" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 2025th of 16616 | 540 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1770th of 24088 | 1,174 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 3448th of 23106 | 389 |
Regional Popularity of "Blade" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
38.86% 1432nd/3685 |
- |
32.71% 1699th/5194 |
45.80% 2893rd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
30.55% 1400th/4582 |
51.10% 2639th/5164 |
27.95% 2044th/7313 |
45.88% 3424th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
60.99% 2430th/3984 |
83.98% 3768th/4487 |
55.09% 3758th/6822 |
75.38% 4731st/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Blade" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Blade"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Blade" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.