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

Blasiak, 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 Blasiak surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Blasiak in America

Blasiak is the 106570th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Blasiak surname appeared 167 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 Blasiak.

We can also compare 2010 data for Blasiak 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 Blasiak

The surname Blasiak originated in Poland, likely emerging in the late Middle Ages or early Renaissance period. It is derived from the Polish word "blaski," which means "shine" or "gleam." This suggests that the name may have initially been a descriptive nickname referring to someone with a bright or shining appearance, or perhaps someone who worked with metalsmithing or a similar profession involving shiny materials.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the Blasiak surname can be found in the town records of Krakow, Poland, dating back to the late 16th century. In these records, a man named Jan Blasiak is mentioned as a local artisan and craftsman, lending credence to the theory that the name may have originated from a profession involving metalwork or similar crafts.

During the 17th and 18th centuries, the Blasiak name began to spread throughout various regions of Poland, with notable families residing in cities like Warsaw, Poznan, and Lublin. A prominent figure was Marcin Blasiak (1673-1743), a respected scholar and theologian who served as a professor at the University of Krakow.

As the name traveled across Poland, it also took on variations in spelling, such as Blaszak, Blaszczak, and Blashak. These variations likely arose due to regional differences in pronunciation and record-keeping practices.

In the 19th century, the Blasiak surname gained further recognition with the birth of Jan Blasiak (1834-1911), a renowned Polish painter and artist known for his romantic landscapes and depictions of rural life. His works can be found in numerous art galleries and museums throughout Poland and Europe.

Another notable figure was Stanislaw Blasiak (1876-1944), a Polish military officer and politician who played a crucial role in the country's struggle for independence during the early 20th century. He served as a member of the Polish parliament and was instrumental in shaping the nation's defense policies during the interwar period.

As the 20th century progressed, the Blasiak name continued to spread across Poland and beyond, with many individuals emigrating to countries like the United States, Canada, and Australia. Despite its dispersal, the name has maintained a strong connection to its Polish roots and the rich cultural heritage of the region.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Blasiak

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

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

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