Blake vs Brandon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Blake

Boy #265 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"dark one, black"

Origin: Old English blaec

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Boy #230 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"broom-covered hill"

Origin: Old English

English American Irish

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Blake Rank #265

Brandon Rank #230

Brandon is more popular, ranked #230 vs #265 for Blake.

Is Blake or Brandon more popular?

Brandon is more popular, ranked #230 compared to Blake at #265 in the United States.

What do Blake and Brandon mean?

Blake means "dark one, black" (Old English blaec origin). Brandon means "broom-covered hill" (Old English origin).

Are Blake and Brandon boy or girl names?

Blake is primarily a boy name. Brandon is primarily a boy name.