From the dark meadow or the pale meadow
Derived from the Old English words 'blaec' (black) or 'blac' (pale/shining) combined with 'leah' (woodland or meadow). It originated as an English surname and place name before being adopted as a given name. Its dual meaning of dark and light offers a unique etymological contrast.
Less common today
Blakeley isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #2,036 in 2024.
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).
American actress known for her role in 'The Bold and the Beautiful'
A character in the novel 'The Selection' series Β· The Selection