Blakeney
English · Girl · 3 syllables
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About the name Blakeney
The given name 'Blakeney' is derived from the Old English words 'blaec' meaning 'black' and 'hāg' meaning 'enclosure' or 'settlement', likely referring to a place or settlement with a black or dark-colored feature.
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Etymology
The given name 'Blakeney' is derived from the Old English words 'blaec' meaning 'black' and 'hāg' meaning 'enclosure' or 'settlement', likely referring to a place or settlement with a black or dark-colored feature. The name 'Blakeney' is of English origin and has been used in various forms throughout history, particularly in England and Scotland, with some notable historical context including the Blakeney family, who were prominent in medieval England.
Blakeney currently ranks #15,930 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1989.
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