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

Blando, 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 Blando surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Blando in America

Blando is the 34495th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Blando surname appeared 656 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 Blando.

We can also compare 2010 data for Blando 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 Blando

The surname BLANDO originated in Italy, with roots tracing back to the late medieval period. The name is derived from the Italian word "blando," meaning "gentle" or "mild," suggesting that the earliest bearers of this surname may have been known for their calm and non-aggressive demeanor.

Records indicate that the BLANDO surname first appeared in the northern regions of Italy, particularly in the areas around Milan and Genoa, during the 13th and 14th centuries. Some of the earliest documented instances of this name can be found in municipal records and trade guild registries from that era.

One of the earliest known individuals bearing the BLANDO surname was Pietro BLANDO, a merchant from Genoa who lived in the late 14th century. His name appears in several trade documents and shipping manifests from the time, indicating his involvement in the lucrative maritime trade between Italy and other Mediterranean ports.

In the 15th century, the BLANDO name gained prominence in the city of Milan, where a family of that name rose to prominence as successful bankers and financiers. Notably, Girolamo BLANDO (1435-1498) was a respected banker and advisor to the Sforza dynasty, the ruling family of Milan at the time.

Another notable bearer of the BLANDO surname was Cesare BLANDO (1510-1572), a renowned scholar and linguist from Piedmont. He was fluent in several languages, including Greek and Latin, and served as a professor at the University of Turin. His works on classical literature and linguistics were widely respected throughout Renaissance Europe.

In the 17th century, the BLANDO family expanded its reach beyond Italy, with members settling in other parts of Europe and the Americas. One such individual was Juan BLANDO (1624-1687), a Spanish explorer and navigator who accompanied several expeditions to the New World, including the exploration of the Mississippi River basin.

As the centuries passed, the BLANDO surname continued to spread across various regions, with bearers of this name making contributions in fields such as art, literature, and politics. Among the more notable figures was Antonio BLANDO (1785-1848), an Italian painter and sculptor renowned for his works depicting religious and mythological scenes.

Throughout its long history, the BLANDO surname has maintained its association with the qualities of gentleness and mildness, reflecting the character traits often attributed to its earliest bearers. While the name may have evolved in spelling and pronunciation across different regions, its core meaning and heritage remain firmly rooted in the rich cultural tapestry of Italy.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Blando

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

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 Blando 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 Blando 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 Blando was researched and written by our team of onomatology and genealogy experts.

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