Blanda
A surname meaning "mild" or "gentle" in Spanish or Italian.
According to the 2010 US Census Bureau surname tables, roughly 720 Americans carry the last name Blanda. That puts it at #36,630 in the national surname ranking, appearing at a frequency of 0.21 per 100,000 people (about 1 in 476,048 residents).
This page is the full Name Census profile for the Blanda surname. You will find the Census Bureau frequency data, an ancestry and ethnicity breakdown based on self-reported demographics, the name's meaning and origin where available, and answers to the most common questions people ask about this surname.
Bearers in the US
720
1 in 476,048
Census rank
#36,630
2010 decennial data
Per 100,000
0.2
Frequency rate
Recorded bearers
610
very rare in the US
Popularity narrative
The Census Bureau recorded 610 bearers of the surname Blanda in its 2010 decennial surname file. At a rate of 0.21 per 100,000 residents, it holds the 36630th position in the national surname ranking.
Among Census respondents with the surname Blanda, the largest self-reported group is White at 94.8%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (3.1%) and Two or More Races (1.5%).
Origin
Meaning and origin of Blanda
The surname Blanda is of Italian origin, with its roots traced back to the northern regions of the country, particularly around the city of Milan. The name likely originated in the late Middle Ages or the Renaissance period, between the 14th and 16th centuries.
One theory suggests that the name Blanda is derived from the Italian word "blando," which means "mild" or "gentle." It may have been initially used as a nickname or a descriptor for someone with a gentle or mild temperament.
Another possibility is that the name is connected to the Latin word "blandus," which also means "mild" or "flattering." This could indicate that the surname was given to someone who had a smooth or persuasive manner of speaking or interacting with others.
The earliest recorded instances of the Blanda surname can be found in various historical documents from the 15th and 16th centuries in the Lombardy region of Italy. One notable example is the mention of a Gian Battista Blanda in a land registry from the city of Milan, dated 1487.
Over the centuries, the Blanda name has been associated with several notable individuals. One of the earliest was Girolamo Blanda (1497-1562), an Italian Renaissance painter known for his religious works and his contributions to the art scene in Milan.
Another prominent figure was Antonio Blanda (1628-1698), a Sicilian nobleman and military leader who served as the Governor of Sicily during the late 17th century.
In the 19th century, Vincenzo Blanda (1808-1873) was an Italian lawyer and politician who served as a member of the Sicilian Parliament and was an advocate for the unification of Italy.
Moving into the 20th century, Giuseppe Blanda (1910-1981) was an Italian football player who played as a defender for several clubs, including Juventus and the Italian national team.
More recently, Gianni Blanda (born 1952) is an Italian architect and urban planner who has contributed to numerous architectural projects in Italy and abroad.
While the Blanda surname may have originated in Italy, it has since spread to other parts of the world through migration and immigration. However, its deep roots and historical significance remain firmly grounded in the Italian peninsula.
Demographics
Ancestry and ethnicity for Blanda
Among Census respondents with the surname Blanda, the largest self-reported group is White at 94.8%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (3.1%) and Two or More Races (1.5%).
The bar chart below shows how Blanda bearers described their own race and ethnicity on the 2010 Census form. The Census Bureau groups responses into six broad categories: White, Black or African American, Hispanic or Latino, Asian and Pacific Islander, American Indian and Alaska Native, and Two or More Races. When a category has too few respondents for a given surname, the Bureau suppresses the figure to protect individual privacy, which is why some names show fewer than six slices.
Keep in mind that these are self-reported numbers. A person's surname does not determine their race or ethnicity, and the distribution you see here reflects the specific population who happened to carry the Blanda surname at the time of the 2010 Census, not any inherent property of the name itself.
- White94.8%
- Hispanic or Latino3.1%
- Two or more races1.5%
- Unknown or suppressed0.7%
Year on year
2000 vs 2010 Census
How has the Blanda surname changed between Census years? The chart shows bearer count side by side, and the table compares rank, count, and frequency.
Census year comparison
| Metric | 2000 | 2010 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #32,703 | #36,630 | -12.0% |
| Count | 662 | 610 | -7.9% |
| Per 100K | 0.25 | 0.21 | -16.0% |
Between the 2000 and 2010 Census, the number of Blanda bearers went from 662 to 610 (-7.9% change). The surname moved down 3,927 positions in the national ranking, going from #32,703 to #36,630.
Notable bearers
Famous people with the surname Blanda
FAQ
Blanda surname: questions and answers
How common is the last name Blanda?
The surname Blanda holds position #36,630 in the US Census Bureau's surname ranking, with an estimated 720 living bearers. It occurs at a rate of 0.21 per 100,000 Americans.
What is the ethnic background of the Blanda surname?
Among Census respondents with the surname Blanda, the largest self-reported group is White at 94.8%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (3.1%) and Two or More Races (1.5%). These figures come from the 2010 Census Bureau surname tables, based on how respondents described their own race and ethnicity.
Where does this surname data come from?
All surname statistics on Name Census are drawn from the US Census Bureau's decennial surname frequency tables. These tables list every surname that appeared 100 or more times in the 2010 Census, along with a frequency rate and self-reported demographic breakdown. You can read the full explanation on our methodology page.