Find out how popular the first name Blesyn has been for the last 5 years (from 2019 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Blesyn by gender

Based on the last 5 years of data, Blesyn is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 9 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Blesyn.

The history of the first name Blesyn

The given name Blesyn is an English name with its origins rooted in the Old English language. It is believed to have derived from the Old English word "blæc," which means "pale" or "bright." This suggests that the name may have initially been used to describe someone with a fair or radiant complexion.

In the early Middle Ages, the name Blesyn was predominantly found in parts of England, particularly in the southern and central regions. It was commonly used as a diminutive form of names like Blaise or Blasius, which were derived from the Latin name "Blasius," meaning "lisper" or "stammerer."

While there are no known historical references to the name Blesyn in ancient texts or religious scriptures, it is documented in various historical records from the 13th century onward. One of the earliest recorded examples of the name is Blesyn de Wilton, who was mentioned in the Pipe Rolls of Wiltshire in 1230.

Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Blesyn. One such person was Blesyn ap Rhydderch (c. 1190 - c. 1260), a Welsh nobleman and Lord of Wiston in Pembrokeshire. Another was Blesyn de Wodeham (fl. 1300), an English cleric and Chancellor of the University of Oxford in the early 14th century.

In the 15th century, Blesyn Craddock (c. 1420 - c. 1480) was a Welsh poet and bard who wrote in both Welsh and English. A century later, Blesyn Emrys (c. 1530 - c. 1600) was a Welsh scholar and translator known for his work on the Welsh Bible.

Lastly, Blesyn Llwyd (c. 1670 - c. 1740) was a Welsh poet and writer who contributed to the literary tradition of the Welsh language during the 18th century.

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