Blake Parkinson

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Blake Parkinson — dark, fair
54K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Blake Parkinson is a name that combines English origins. The first name Blake is a masculine given name of English origin. Blake is a unisex given name, which originated from Old English. Its derivation is uncertain; it could come from "blac", a nickname for someone who had dark hair or skin, or from "blaac", a nickname for someone with pale hair or skin. The surname Parkinson: Sir Albert Lindsay Parkinson (1870–1936), British businessman and politician Amber Parkinson (born 1976), Australian fencer Amy Parkinson (1855–1938), Canadian poet Art Parkinson (born 2001), Irish actor Bob Parkinson (footballer) (1873–after 1901), English footballer Cecil Parkinson (1931–2016), Baron Parkinson of Carnforth, British politician C. Blake is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 54K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Blake reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Blake

Meaning: dark, fair

English

Blake is a unisex given name, which originated from Old English. Its derivation is uncertain; it could come from "blac", a nickname for someone who had dark hair or skin, or from "blaac", a nickname for someone with pale hair or skin.

Surname: Parkinson

Irish

Sir Albert Lindsay Parkinson (1870–1936), British businessman and politician Amber Parkinson (born 1976), Australian fencer Amy Parkinson (1855–1938), Canadian poet Art Parkinson (born 2001), Irish actor Bob Parkinson (footballer) (1873–after 1901), English footballer Cecil Parkinson (1931–2016), Baron Parkinson of Carnforth, British politician C.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Blake is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 10%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Blake by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Blake Parkinson

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Blake Parkinson:

4
Expression Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

22
Soul Urge Number

Master Builder (Master Number 22). Combines grand vision with the practical ability to achieve lasting, large-scale goals.

9
Personality Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Blake?
The first name Blake originates from English. Blake is a unisex given name, which originated from Old English. Its derivation is uncertain; it could come from "blac", a nickname for someone who had dark hair or skin, or from "blaac", a nickname for someone with pale hair or skin.
When was Blake most popular?
The name Blake reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Parkinson?
The surname Parkinson originates from Irish. Sir Albert Lindsay Parkinson (1870–1936), British businessman and politician Amber Parkinson (born 1976), Australian fencer Amy Parkinson (1855–1938), Canadian poet Art Parkinson (born 2001), Irish actor Bob Parkinson (footballer) (1873–after 1901), English footballer Cecil Parkinson (1931–2016), Baron Parkinson of Carnforth, British politician C.
What are the origins of the name Blake Parkinson?
The name Blake Parkinson combines two different traditions: the first name Blake has English roots, while the surname Parkinson originates from Irish.
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