Holden vs Blake

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

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Popularity Comparison

Holden Rank #281
Blake Rank #265

Blake is more popular, ranked #265 vs #281 for Holden.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Holden or Blake more popular?

Blake is more popular, ranked #265 compared to Holden at #281 in the United States.

What do Holden and Blake mean?

Holden means "deep valley; hollow valley" (Old English origin). Blake means "dark one, black" (Old English blaec origin).

Are Holden and Blake boy or girl names?

Holden is primarily a boy name. Blake is primarily a boy name.

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