Pale meadow or dark woodland
Derived from an Old English surname, it combines the elements 'blaec' (black) or 'blac' (pale) with 'leah' (woodland or meadow). The name likely referred to a specific geographical clearing characterized by contrasting light or dark foliage.
About 1,638 girls were named Blakely in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
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