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Name Origin

Blake is an English surname that has become increasingly popular as a given name. It is believed to originate from Old English words meaning 'black' or 'dark', referring to someone with dark hair or complexion.

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Famous People

Blake Lively (1987-)

Actress

  • Known for roles in Gossip Girl, The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants, and A Simple Favor

Blake Shelton (1976-)

Country Music Singer & Television Personality

  • Multiple Grammy nominations, judge on The Voice

William Blake (1757-1827)

Poet and Painter

  • Influential Romantic poet known for works like 'The Tyger' and 'Songs of Innocence and Experience', also a skilled engraver and painter