Blake Name Meaning

Helen Doanna

By Helen Doanna

Lastest Updated July 9, 2024
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Fact: The name Blake is famously associated with William Blake, the English poet, painter, and printmaker, known for his influence on the Romantic Age

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A Deep Dive

Blake Overview

Meaning

Dark-haired, pale

Gender

Girl, Gender-neutral

Origin

Old English

Etymology

Derived from the Old English words “blæc” meaning “black” and “blāc” meaning “pale.”

Pronunciation

/bleɪk/

Popularity

Blake is favored in the USA, UK, and Australia, gaining traction as a unisex name. In 2023, Blake ranked #176 for boys and #219 for girls in the USA.

Syllable

1 syllable

Length

5 letters

Numerology

4 (Orderly, Steady, Service-oriented)

Name Styles

Cool, Modern, Short

Associated Traits

Modern, versatile, bold
A Deep Dive

Blake Variations in Different Cultures

Popular Variations

Blaine, Blaise, Blakely, Blakeley

Common Nicknames

Blakey, B, B-Man, Blakester, Blakers

Diminutives

Lakey, Akie, L, Bee, Bakey

Famous People

  • Blake Shelton
    (American Singer)
  • Blake Lively
    (American Actress)
  • Blake Griffin
    (American Basketball Player)
  • Blake Edwards
    (American Director)
  • Blake Mycoskie
    (American Entrepreneur)
  • Blake Jenner
    (American Actor)
  • Blake Swihart
    (American Baseball Player)

Pop Culture Icons and Works

  • Blake Shelton
    ("The Voice," TV Series)
  • Blake
    ("Workaholics," TV Series)
  • Blake Carrington
    ("Dynasty," TV Series)
  • Blake Moran
    ("Madam Secretary," TV Series)
  • Blake
    ("Cloverfield," Film)
  • "Blake's 7"
    (TV Series)
  • Blake Belladonna
    ("RWBY," Web Series)

Places

  • Blake Island
    (Washington, USA)
  • Blake Street
    (Sydney, Australia)
  • Blake Lake
    (Wisconsin, USA)
  • Blake's Lotaburger
    (New Mexico, USA)
  • Blake Hall
    (Essex, England)

What Is the Meaning of Blake?

Blake signifies “dark” or “fair,” symbolizing contrasting qualities of strength and grace. Individuals with this name are often perceived as adaptable and charismatic, embodying both intensity and charm.

What Is the Origin of The Name Blake?

The name Blake has English origins, derived from the Old English words “blæc” meaning “black” and “blāc” meaning “pale.” Initially, it was used as a surname to describe someone with dark or fair hair or complexion.

Blake Name Popularity

Popularity Chart of the Name Blake in the U.S. over the Years

United States flagUnited States#1992021#2002022#2202023
Top 3 Rankings#1992021#2002022#2202020

Annual Statistics Breakdown for Blake

YearName RankingNumber of BirthsBirth Rate (%)
2023220
(-20 from 2022)
1346
(-101 from 2022)
0.07695
2022200
(-1 from 2021)
1447
(-54 from 2021)
0.08070
2021199
(+21 from 2020)
1501
(+182 from 2020)
0.08378
2020220
(+4 from 2019)
1319
(-69 from 2019)
0.07462
2019224
(+56 from 2018)
1388
(+203 from 2018)
0.07565
2018280
(-11 from 2017)
1185
No change from 2017
0.06372
2017269
(+29 from 2016)
1185
(+87 from 2016)
0.06273
2016298
(+126 from 2015)
1098
(+346 from 2015)
0.05672
2015424
(+166 from 2014)
752
(+251 from 2014)
0.03855
2014590
(-39 from 2013)
501
(-35 from 2013)
0.02561
2013551
(+149 from 2012)
536
(+133 from 2012)
0.02781
2012700
(+117 from 2011)
403
(+78 from 2011)
0.02078
2011817
(+218 from 2010)
325
(+84 from 2010)
0.01677
20101035
(+71 from 2009)
241
(+11 from 2009)
0.01229
20091106
(+346 from 2008)
230
(+68 from 2008)
0.01136
20081452
(+746 from 2007)
162
(+72 from 2007)
0.00778
20072198
(-50 from 2006)
90
No change from 2006
0.00425
20062148
(-8 from 2005)
90
(+4 from 2005)
0.00431
20052140
(-442 from 2004)
86
(-28 from 2004)
0.00424
20041698
(+45 from 2003)
114
(+6 from 2003)
0.00565
20031743
(-275 from 2002)
108
(-22 from 2002)
0.00538
20021468
(-137 from 2001)
130
(-14 from 2001)
0.00658
20011331
(-218 from 2000)
144
(-39 from 2000)
0.00727
20001113
(+25 from 1999)
183
(+11 from 1999)
0.00917
19991138
(-26 from 1998)
172
(-1 from 1998)
0.00884
19981112
(-159 from 1997)
173
(-34 from 1997)
0.00892
1997953
(+37 from 1996)
207
(+17 from 1996)
0.01084
1996990
(-64 from 1995)
190
(-13 from 1995)
0.00991
1995926
(+39 from 1994)
203
(+11 from 1994)
0.01056
1994965
(-4 from 1993)
192
(-4 from 1993)
0.00985
1993961
(+36 from 1992)
196
(+6 from 1992)
0.00994
1992997
(-40 from 1991)
190
(-8 from 1991)
0.00948
1991957
(-23 from 1990)
198
(-5 from 1990)
0.00974
1990934
(+184 from 1989)
203
(+55 from 1989)
0.00988
19891118
(+372 from 1988)
148
(+57 from 1988)
0.00743
19881490
(-161 from 1987)
91
(-12 from 1987)
0.00473
19871329
(+109 from 1986)
103
(+14 from 1986)
0.00550
19861438
(+371 from 1985)
89
(+27 from 1985)
0.00482
19851809
(+272 from 1984)
62
(+14 from 1984)
0.00336
19842081
(+54 from 1983)
48
(+2 from 1983)
0.00266
19832135
(-262 from 1982)
46
(-11 from 1982)
0.00257
19821873
(-119 from 1981)
57
(-7 from 1981)
0.00314
19811754
(+686 from 1980)
64
(+25 from 1980)
0.00358
19802440
(-167 from 1979)
39
(-3 from 1979)
0.00219
19792273
(+244 from 1978)
42
(+8 from 1978)
0.00244
19782517
(+565 from 1977)
34
(+9 from 1977)
0.00207
19773082
(+1531 from 1976)
25
(+12 from 1976)
0.00152
19764613
(-1644 from 1975)
13
(-11 from 1975)
0.00083
19752969
(+140 from 1974)
24
(+2 from 1974)
0.00154
19743109
(+861 from 1973)
22
(+7 from 1973)
0.00140
19733970
(-994 from 1972)
15
(-7 from 1972)
0.00097
19722976
(+1334 from 1971)
22
(+9 from 1971)
0.00136
19714310
(-731 from 1970)
13
(-4 from 1970)
0.00074
19703579
(+194 from 1969)
17
(+3 from 1969)
0.00093
19693773
(-901 from 1968)
14
(-6 from 1968)
0.00079
19682872
(+1753 from 1967)
20
(+11 from 1967)
0.00117
19674625
(-132 from 1966)
9
No change from 1966
0.00052
19664493
(-289 from 1965)
9
(-1 from 1965)
0.00051
19654204
(+804 from 1964)
10
(+2 from 1964)
0.00055
19645008
(+290 from 1963)
8
(+1 from 1963)
0.00041
19635298
(-766 from 1962)
7
(-2 from 1962)
0.00035
19624532
(+509 from 1953)
9
(+3 from 1953)
0.00044
19610
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19600
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19590
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19580
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19570
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19560
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19550
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19540
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19535041
(+373 from 1951)
6
(+1 from 1951)
0.00031
19520
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19515414
First SSA data recorded
5
First SSA data recorded
0.00027
19500
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19490
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19480
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19470
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19460
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19450
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19440
No SSA data
0
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0.0000
19430
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0
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0.0000
19420
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0
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0.0000
19410
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0
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0.0000
19400
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0
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0.0000
19390
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0
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0.0000
19380
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0
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0.0000
19370
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0
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0.0000
19360
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0
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0.0000
19350
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0
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0.0000
19340
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0.0000
19330
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0
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0.0000
19320
No SSA data
0
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0.0000
19310
No SSA data
0
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0.0000
19300
No SSA data
0
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0.0000
19290
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19280
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19270
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19260
No SSA data
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0.0000
19250
No SSA data
0
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0.0000
19240
No SSA data
0
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0.0000
19230
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19220
No SSA data
0
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0.0000
19210
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19200
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19190
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19180
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19170
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19160
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19150
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19140
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19130
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19120
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19110
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19100
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19090
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19080
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19070
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19060
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19050
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19040
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19030
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19020
No SSA data
0
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0.0000
19010
No SSA data
0
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0.0000
19000
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18990
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18980
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18970
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18960
No SSA data
0
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0.0000
18950
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0
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0.0000
18940
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0
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0.0000
18930
No SSA data
0
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0.0000
18920
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0.0000
18910
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0
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0.0000
18900
No SSA data
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0.0000
18890
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0.0000
18880
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0.0000
18870
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0.0000
18860
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0.0000
18850
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0.0000
18840
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0.0000
18830
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0.0000
18820
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0.0000
18810
No SSA data
0
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0.0000
18800
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000

American States Popularity Rankings for Blake

(From the Most to Least Popular, Based on Number of Births )

California (CA)

California (CA) flagCalifornia (CA)#2132021#2402022#2812023

Texas (TX)

Texas (TX) flagTexas (TX)#2452021#2822022#2632023

New York (NY)

New York (NY) flagNew York (NY)#2672021#3162022#3082023

Ohio (OH)

Ohio (OH) flagOhio (OH)#1472021#1642022#1432023

Florida (FL)

Florida (FL) flagFlorida (FL)#2852021#3132022#2752023

Pennsylvania (PA)

Pennsylvania (PA) flagPennsylvania (PA)#1562021#1552022#1912023

Michigan (MI)

Michigan (MI) flagMichigan (MI)#1262021#1352022#1392023

Illinois (IL)

Illinois (IL) flagIllinois (IL)#1862021#2332022#2122023

Georgia (GA)

Georgia (GA) flagGeorgia (GA)#2452021#3212022#3632023

North Carolina (NC)

North Carolina (NC) flagNorth Carolina (NC)#2182021#3192022#2412023

Arizona (AZ)

Arizona (AZ) flagArizona (AZ)#1392021#1392022#1572023

Colorado (CO)

Colorado (CO) flagColorado (CO)#1532021#1602022#1332023

Virginia (VA)

Virginia (VA) flagVirginia (VA)#2312021#1702022#2142023

Missouri (MO)

Missouri (MO) flagMissouri (MO)#1462021#2362022#2402023

New Jersey (NJ)

New Jersey (NJ) flagNew Jersey (NJ)#2392021#1802022#2612023

Maryland (MD)

Maryland (MD) flagMaryland (MD)#1732021#1182022#1982023

Washington (WA)

Washington (WA) flagWashington (WA)#2452021#1762022#2432023

Indiana (IN)

Indiana (IN) flagIndiana (IN)#1922021#1962022#2852023

Minnesota (MN)

Minnesota (MN) flagMinnesota (MN)#1762021#1352022#1242023

Louisiana (LA)

Louisiana (LA) flagLouisiana (LA)#2762021#2532022#2402023

Massachusetts (MA)

Massachusetts (MA) flagMassachusetts (MA)#1502021#1832022#2472023

Wisconsin (WI)

Wisconsin (WI) flagWisconsin (WI)#1132021#1832022#1102023

Utah (UT)

Utah (UT) flagUtah (UT)#1662021#1202022#1562023

Oklahoma (OK)

Oklahoma (OK) flagOklahoma (OK)#1882021#1952022#3002023

Tennessee (TN)

Tennessee (TN) flagTennessee (TN)#4152021#2602022#2842023

Oregon (OR)

Oregon (OR) flagOregon (OR)#972021#1792022#1332023

Iowa (IA)

Iowa (IA) flagIowa (IA)#1472021#1692022#2022023

Kansas (KS)

Kansas (KS) flagKansas (KS)#2722021#1462022#2472023

Kentucky (KY)

Kentucky (KY) flagKentucky (KY)#2742021#1962022#3892023

Connecticut (CT)

Connecticut (CT) flagConnecticut (CT)#1752021#1552022#1362023

Nebraska (NE)

Nebraska (NE) flagNebraska (NE)#1992021#1862022#1922023

South Carolina (SC)

South Carolina (SC) flagSouth Carolina (SC)#5502021#4392022#2672023

North Dakota (ND)

North Dakota (ND) flagNorth Dakota (ND)#772021#1242022#1572023

Nevada (NV)

Nevada (NV) flagNevada (NV)#3942021#2652022#5092023

Idaho (ID)

Idaho (ID) flagIdaho (ID)#1352021#1972022#962023

Montana (MT)

Montana (MT) flagMontana (MT)#752021#812022#1212023

New Hampshire (NH)

New Hampshire (NH) flagNew Hampshire (NH)#1522021#1662022#2032023

Arkansas (AR)

Arkansas (AR) flagArkansas (AR)#3982021#3822022#5862023

South Dakota (SD)

South Dakota (SD) flagSouth Dakota (SD)#1222021#1702022#1432023

Alabama (AL)

Alabama (AL) flagAlabama (AL)#6682021#6742022#7102023

West Virginia (WV)

West Virginia (WV) flagWest Virginia (WV)#1302020#2002021#1502023

Maine (ME)

Maine (ME) flagMaine (ME)#1342020#872021#1052022

Delaware (DE)

Delaware (DE) flagDelaware (DE)#1512019#1532020#1002021

District of Columbia (DC)

District of Columbia (DC) flagDistrict of Columbia (DC)#1352016#2092017#1962019

New Mexico (NM)

New Mexico (NM) flagNew Mexico (NM)#2152016#3032017#2272018

Mississippi (MS)

Mississippi (MS) flagMississippi (MS)#5792019#5572021#3682022

Alaska (AK)

Alaska (AK) flagAlaska (AK)#1002019#802022#1132023

Hawaii (HI)

Hawaii (HI) flagHawaii (HI)#1362019#1252020#1862022

Rhode Island (RI)

Rhode Island (RI) flagRhode Island (RI)#1252015#1852020#2022021

Wyoming (WY)

Wyoming (WY) flagWyoming (WY)#492018#782022

Popularity Rankings for Blake in other Countries and American Territories

(From the Most to Least Popular, Based on Rankings)

Popularity in Scotland

Scotland flagScotland#932021#1392022#1232023

Popularity in Canada

Canada flagCanada#1072021#982022#962023

Popularity in New Zealand

New Zealand flagNew Zealand#1552021#1182022#1222023

Popularity in Quebec, Canada

Quebec, Canada flagQuebec, Canada#3202020#3822021#2672022

Popularity in Northern Ireland

Northern Ireland flagNorthern Ireland#3132018#4462021#3912023

Popularity in Ireland

Ireland flagIreland#5862021#5592022#3162023

Popularity in England and Wales

England and Wales flagEngland and Wales#4322019#4632020#4282021

Source: Social Security Administration (SSA) and Other National Sources

Is Blake a Name for Boys or Girls?

Blake is a gender-neutral name, suitable for both boys and girls, due to its strong yet versatile sound.

Variants, Nicknames, Diminutives, and Ideal Middle Names for Blake

Blake in Famous People Names, Pop Culture, and Places

  • Blake Shelton (Singer, born 1976): An American country singer and television personality with numerous chart-topping hits and a long tenure on "The Voice."
  • Blake Lively (Actress, born 1987): An American actress famous for her roles in "Gossip Girl" and several popular films.
  • Blake Griffin (Basketball Player, born 1989): An American professional basketball player known for his dynamic playing style in the NBA.
  • Blake Edwards (Director, 1922–2010): An American film director and screenwriter, celebrated for his work on "The Pink Panther" series and "Breakfast at Tiffany's."
  • Blake Mycoskie (Entrepreneur, born 1976): An American entrepreneur and founder of TOMS Shoes, a company with a strong focus on social responsibility.
  • Blake Jenner (Actor, born 1992): An American actor and singer best known for his role in the TV series "Glee."
  • Blake Swihart (Baseball Player, born 1992): An American professional baseball player who has played as a catcher and outfielder in Major League Baseball.
  • Blake Shelton ("The Voice," 2011 TV Series): A country music singer and longtime coach on the singing competition show.
  • Blake ("Workaholics," 2011 TV Series): A character known for his eccentric behavior and wild antics in the workplace comedy.
  • Blake Carrington ("Dynasty," 1981 TV Series): The powerful and ruthless oil tycoon in the popular soap opera.
  • Blake Moran ("Madam Secretary," 2014 TV Series): The personal assistant to the Secretary of State who provides support and comic relief.
  • Blake ("Cloverfield," 2008 Film): A character who documents the chaotic events during a monstrous attack on New York City.
  • "Blake's 7" (1978 TV Series): A British sci-fi series about a group of rebels led by Roj Blake fighting against a tyrannical galactic federation.
  • Blake Belladonna ("RWBY," 2013 Web Series): A member of Team RWBY known for her stealth and combat skills in the animated series.
  • Blake Island (Washington, USA): A state park in Puget Sound accessible only by boat, offering trails and Native American cultural presentations.
  • Blake Street (Sydney, Australia): A bustling street in North Sydney featuring a variety of shops and restaurants.
  • Blake Lake (Wisconsin, USA): A serene lake in Polk County, popular for fishing and boating.
  • Blake's Lotaburger (New Mexico, USA): A regional fast-food chain based in Albuquerque, serving green chile cheeseburgers.
  • Blake Hall (Essex, England): A historic country house in the parish of Bobbingworth, known for its beautiful gardens and event spaces.
  • Blake Garden (California, USA): A botanical garden in Kensington, managed by the University of California, Berkeley.
  • Blake Mountain (North Carolina, USA): A peak in the Great Smoky Mountains offering hiking trails and scenic views.
  • Blake Road (Minnesota, USA): A major thoroughfare in Hopkins, lined with various businesses and residential areas.

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