Black Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Black Name at a Glance

Name	Black
Meaning	Dark.
Origin	English
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Black Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Black means “Dark”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Black Name Origin

Our database records Black under English origin. Browse more English baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Black a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Black is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Black

When considering Black for a baby, you may want to compare its recorded meaning and origin with family traditions, pronunciation, spelling, initials, middle names and how the full name sounds with the family name.