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Blake vs Gabe

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Blake

Boy #265 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"dark one, black"

Origin: Old English blaec

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#265
Total SSA Count
1,311
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Gabe

Boy #4,653 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"God is my strength"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English American Christian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,653
Total SSA Count
22
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

12 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Blake Rank #265
Gabe Rank #4,653

Blake is more popular, ranked #265 vs #4653 for Gabe.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Blake or Gabe more popular?

Blake is more popular, ranked #265 compared to Gabe at #4653 in the United States.

What do Blake and Gabe mean?

Blake means "dark one, black" (Old English blaec origin). Gabe means "God is my strength" (Hebrew origin).

Are Blake and Gabe boy or girl names?

Blake is primarily a boy name. Gabe is primarily a boy name.

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