Find out how popular the last name Blagden is in the United States and learn more about the meaning, history, and race and ethnic origin of people in America who are named Blagden.

Blagden, like all of the last names we have data for, is identified by the U.S. Census Bureau as a surname which has more than 100 occurrences in the United States in the Decennial Census survey. The most recent statistics we have for the Blagden surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Blagden in America

Blagden is the 130610th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Blagden surname appeared 130 times in the 2010 census and if you were to sample 100,000 people in the United States, approximately 0 people would have the surname Blagden.

We can also compare 2010 data for Blagden to data from the previous census in 2000. The table below contains all of the statistics for both years in a side-by-side comparison.

The history of the last name Blagden

The surname Blagden has its origins in England, dating back to the medieval period. It is believed to be a locational name derived from the village of Blagdon in Somerset, which was recorded as Blakedene in the Domesday Book of 1086. The name is thought to be derived from the Old English words "blæc" meaning "black" and "denu" meaning "valley," referring to the black or dark valley where the village was situated.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the surname Blagden can be found in the Pipe Rolls of Somerset from 1230, where a William de Blagdene is mentioned. This suggests that the surname was already in use by the 13th century, likely adopted by individuals who hailed from the village of Blagdon.

Throughout the centuries, various spellings of the name have been observed, including Blagden, Blagdon, Blagdone, and Blagdyn. These variations were common due to the inconsistent spelling practices of the time and regional dialects.

The Blagden family can trace their ancestry to several notable individuals in history. One such figure was Sir Thomas Blagden (c. 1499-1571), a prominent lawyer and judge during the reign of Queen Elizabeth I. He served as a Justice of the King's Bench and was known for his legal expertise.

Another distinguished bearer of the name was John Blagden (c. 1640-1711), an English clergyman and author who served as the Rector of Bangor in Wales. He wrote several theological works and was regarded as a learned scholar of his time.

In the 18th century, Charles Blagden (1748-1820) made significant contributions to the field of chemistry. He was a fellow of the Royal Society and conducted important research on the properties of gases and heat. His scientific work earned him recognition and respect among his contemporaries.

Moving into the 19th century, Isa Blagden (1817-1895) was a British author and literary critic. She was known for her works on Italian literature and her translations of Italian poetry. Her writings helped to promote and preserve the cultural heritage of Italy.

More recently, Sir Claude Blagden (1877-1954) was a British civil servant and administrator who served as the Governor of Madras Presidency (now known as Tamil Nadu) in India from 1927 to 1932. He played a significant role in the governance of British India during the early 20th century.

Throughout its history, the surname Blagden has been carried by individuals from various walks of life, including lawyers, clergymen, scientists, authors, and administrators. While the name may have originated from a small village in Somerset, it has since spread and left its mark on different parts of the world, reflecting the rich tapestry of human migration and cultural exchange.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Blagden

We also have some data on the ancestry of people with the surname Blagden.

The below race categories are the modified race categories used in the Census Bureau's population estimates program. All people were categorized into six mutually exclusive racial and Hispanic origin groups:

1. White only
2. Black only
3. American Indian and Alaskan Native only
4. Asian and Pacific Islander only
5. Hispanic
6. Two or More Races

For the most recent 2010 census data, the race/ethnic origin breakdown for Blagden was:

Note: Any fields showing (S) means the data was suppressed for privacy so that the data does not in any way identify any specific individuals.

Since we have data from the previous census in 2000, we can also compare the values to see how the popularity of Blagden has changed in the 10 years between the two census surveys.

Data source

The last name data and ethnic breakdown of last names is sourced directly from the Decennial Census survey, conducted every 10 years by the United States Census Bureau.

The history and meaning of the name Blagden was researched and written by our team of onomatology and genealogy experts.

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