UK girl's name
Blyss
A feminine name of unknown origin, potentially meaning "bliss" or "happiness".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2010. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Blyss is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Blyss popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2010 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5707, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2010, with 3 births.
This profile covers 3 England and Wales registrations across 1 recorded years from 2010 to 2010. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
Blyss is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 3 living people in the UK are called Blyss. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2011 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Blyss ranked #5707 for girls in England and Wales in 2010, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2010, when 3 girls were registered as Blyss.
- • About 3 living people in the UK are estimated to have Blyss as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#5707
2010
Births in 2010
3
Latest year
Peak year
2010
3 births
Estimated living
3
2026
Meaning
What does Blyss mean?
The name Blyss is a modern invention that originated in the English language. It is derived from the word "bliss," which means a state of complete happiness or joy. While the word "bliss" has its roots in the Old English term "bliþs," meaning "blitheness" or "joy," there is no historical record of the name Blyss being used as a given name until recently.
This name is a neologism, a newly coined term or expression, that likely emerged in the late 20th or early 21st century. Its creation may have been influenced by the trend of inventing unique and unconventional baby names, often by modifying existing words or combining elements from different sources.
As a relatively new name, there are no known historical references or famous individuals from ancient times who bore the name Blyss. However, in recent decades, a few notable individuals have adopted or been given this name.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Blyss is Blyss Batchelor, a Canadian writer and poet born in 1972. Her work explores themes of identity, feminism, and the human experience.
Another individual with the name Blyss is Blyss Brittain, a contemporary American actress and model born in 1991. She has appeared in various television shows and films, including the series "Rosewood" and the movie "The Neighbor."
In the world of music, there is Blyss Taylor, a Canadian singer-songwriter born in 1986. She has released several albums and is known for her blend of pop, rock, and soul genres.
Blyss Eliza, born in 1994, is a British fashion designer and entrepreneur. She founded her own clothing line, which focuses on sustainable and ethical practices in the fashion industry.
Lastly, Blyss Loomis, born in 1988, is an American artist known for her vibrant abstract paintings and mixed media works. Her art has been featured in various exhibitions and galleries across the United States.
These individuals, while not exhaustive, represent some of the notable people who have carried the name Blyss in recent times. As a modern name, its historical significance and usage are still evolving, making it a unique and contemporary choice for parents seeking a distinctive name for their child.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Decades
Blyss by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Blyss was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | #5707 | 3 | 1 |
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Names similar to Blyss
- Bethany 43,226
- Brooke 18,370
- Bella 14,112
- Bonnie 12,149
- Beatrice 11,306
- Bethan 7,968
- Beth 6,440
- Betsy 5,065
- Beatrix 4,317
- Billie 4,220
- Beau 3,231
- Bryony 3,167
FAQ
Blyss: questions and answers
How popular is the name Blyss in the UK right now?
In 2010, Blyss was ranked #5707 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Blyss most popular?
The peak year on record was 2010, with 3 babies registered as Blyss in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Blyss?
A feminine name of unknown origin, potentially meaning "bliss" or "happiness".
How many people are called Blyss in the UK?
A total of 3 babies have been registered as Blyss across the 1 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.