Blake

Blake as a name

“Blake” is a unisex name of English origin, which means “black” or “dark”. It was originally a surname, and has since become a popular given name.

Famous people with the first name Blake include Blake Lively, an American actress; Blake Shelton, an American country music singer; and Blake Griffin, an American professional basketball player.

The name Blake has also been used in literature and poetry, including in the works of William Blake, a famous English poet and artist.