Lisping or stuttering
Derived from the Latin name Blasius, it historically referred to a physical trait of speech. It gained popularity in the Middle Ages due to Saint Blaise, the patron saint of throat ailments, making it a name associated with healing and protection.
Less common today
Blase isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #3,937 in 1994.
4th-century physician and bishop of Sebaste
American Cardinal of the Catholic Church
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
