2000
#139,757
National surname rank
Recorded bearers 110
First available Census row
Per 100,000 0.04
Very Rare Last name
Blasiman
Of Dutch origin, potentially referring to someone who blasphemes or curses frequently.
According to the 2020 US Census Bureau surname tables, roughly 126 Americans carry the last name Blasiman. That puts it at #149,446 in the national surname ranking, appearing at a frequency of 0.04 per 100,000 people (about 1 in 2,720,273 residents).
This page is the full Name Census profile for the Blasiman surname. You will find the Census Bureau frequency data, a multi-census history view, 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
126
1 in 2,720,273
Census rank
#149,446
2020 decennial data
Per 100,000
0.0
Frequency rate
Recorded bearers
110
very rare in the US
Popularity narrative
The Census Bureau recorded 110 bearers of the surname Blasiman in its 2020 decennial surname file. At a rate of 0.04 per 100,000 residents, it holds the 149446th position in the national surname ranking.
Among Census respondents with the surname Blasiman, the largest self-reported group is White at 98.2%. The next largest groups are Black (1.8%).
Origin
Meaning and origin of Blasiman
The surname Blasiman originates from Germany, with its earliest recorded examples dating back to the 16th century. It is believed to have derived from the German word "blasen," which means "to blow," likely referring to an occupation such as a glassblower or musician.
The earliest known record of the Blasiman name appears in the town records of Heidelberg, Germany, in the year 1562, where a certain Hans Blasiman was listed as a glassblower. This suggests that the name may have initially been an occupational surname, given to those who worked with glass or musical instruments.
Throughout the following centuries, the Blasiman name can be found scattered across various regions of Germany, including Bavaria, Saxony, and Brandenburg. Variations in spelling, such as Blasemann and Blaseman, were also common during this time period.
One notable historical figure bearing the Blasiman surname was Johann Blasiman (1620-1689), a renowned glassblower from Nuremberg. His works were highly sought after by nobles and artisans throughout Europe, and his techniques influenced generations of glassmakers.
Another individual of note was Katharina Blasiman (1725-1802), a respected midwife and herbalist from the village of Rothenburg ob der Tauber. Her knowledge of traditional remedies and her compassionate care for mothers and infants earned her a reputation that extended far beyond her local community.
In the 19th century, the Blasiman name found its way to other parts of Europe and beyond, as families emigrated in search of new opportunities. One such individual was Friedrich Blasiman (1845-1921), who left Germany for the United States in the 1870s and settled in the state of Wisconsin, where he worked as a musician and teacher.
Another notable figure was Maria Blasiman (1879-1954), a talented artist from Vienna, Austria, whose paintings and sculptures captured the essence of everyday life in the early 20th century. Her works were exhibited in galleries across Europe and garnered widespread acclaim.
Finally, Hans Blasiman (1905-1985), a German-born engineer, made significant contributions to the field of aeronautics during his career. He worked for several prominent aircraft manufacturers and held several patents for his innovative designs.
While the Blasiman surname may not be as common today, its rich history spans centuries and continents, reflecting the diverse occupations, talents, and achievements of those who have carried this name throughout the ages.
Demographics
Ancestry and ethnicity for Blasiman
Among Census respondents with the surname Blasiman, the largest self-reported group is White at 98.2%. The next largest groups are Black (1.8%).
The bar chart below shows how Blasiman bearers described their own race and ethnicity on the 2020 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.
Percentages are shown for every Census year so the breakdown stays comparable over time. When the source file also includes raw headcounts, Name Census shows those alongside the percentages in the legend.
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 Blasiman surname at the time of the 2020 Census, not any inherent property of the name itself.
- White98.2% · 108
- Black or African American1.8% · 2
Timeline
Historical Census data for Blasiman
Blasiman appears in 3 published Census surname files: 2000, 2010, 2020. The cards below show how the name's rank and bearer count changed across each release.
2010
#157,234
National surname rank
Recorded bearers 103
-7 bearers (-6.4%)
Per 100,000 0.03
Rank movement Down 17,477 places
2020
#149,446
National surname rank
Recorded bearers 110
+7 bearers (+6.8%)
Per 100,000 0.04
Rank movement Up 7,788 places
| Year | Rank | Count | Per 100K | Count change | Rank change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | #139,757 | 110 | 0.04 | First available Census row | First available Census row |
| 2010 | #157,234 | 103 | 0.03 | -7 bearers (-6.4%) | Down 17,477 places |
| 2020 | #149,446 | 110 | 0.04 | +7 bearers (+6.8%) | Up 7,788 places |
For 2020, the Census Bureau published race and Hispanic-origin columns as counts rather than percentages. Name Census converts those counts back into shares so the ancestry section stays comparable with the older surname files.
Year on year
2010 vs 2020 Census
How has the Blasiman surname changed between Census years? The chart shows bearer count side by side, and the table compares rank, count, and frequency.
Census year comparison
20102020
| Metric | 2010 | 2020 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #157,234 | #149,446 | 5.0% |
| Count | 103 | 110 | 6.8% |
| Per 100K | 0.03 | 0.04 | 22.7% |
Between the 2010 and 2020 Census, the number of Blasiman bearers went from 103 to 110 (+6.8% change). The surname moved up 7,788 positions in the national ranking, going from #157,234 to #149,446.
FAQ
Blasiman surname: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. have the surname Blasiman?
Name Census estimates that about 126 living Americans carry the surname Blasiman. Using the current population baseline, that works out to roughly 1 in 2,720,273 residents.
How common is Blasiman?
Blasiman ranks #149,446 in the 2020 Census surname tables and is classified on this site as "Very Rare." The Census recorded the name at a frequency of 0.04 per 100,000 residents, which is about 0 people out of every 100,000.
How many people with this surname were counted in the Census?
The raw 2020 Census file counted 110 people with the surname Blasiman. That is different from the site's living-bearer estimate (126), which projects the surname's present-day count by applying the Census frequency rate to the current U.S. population.
What does 0.04 per 100,000 actually mean?
It is the Census Bureau's normalized frequency measure. A rate of 0.04 per 100,000 means that if you picked a random group of 100,000 U.S. residents, you would expect about 0 of them to have the surname Blasiman.
Has Blasiman become more or less common over time?
Between 2010 and 2020, the surname Blasiman went from 103 recorded bearers to 110. That is an increase of 7 (+6.8%). In the national ranking it rose from #157,234 to #149,446.
What does the Census say about the background of Blasiman?
Among Census respondents with the surname Blasiman, the largest self-reported group is White at 98.2%. The next largest groups are Black (1.8%). These figures come from the 2020 Census Bureau surname tables, based on how respondents described their own race and ethnicity.
Which group reports this surname most often?
White is the largest self-reported group for the surname Blasiman in the 2020 Census, accounting for 98.2% (108 people in the source table).
What is the full ancestry breakdown?
Blasiman appears across multiple self-reported groups in the Census data. The largest shares in the 2020 file are White (98.2%), Black (1.8%). For 2020, the source file also published raw headcounts for each group, which is why this page can show both percentages and counts in the ancestry section.
Is this page using the latest Census data?
Yes. This page is using the latest surname file currently loaded on Name Census, which is 2020. The historical section above also keeps any older Census surname entries we have for Blasiman (2000, 2010, 2020).
Does the Census include every surname?
No. The Census Bureau only publishes surnames that appeared at least 100 times in a given decennial Census. That means very rare surnames are excluded entirely, and a surname can appear in one Census release but disappear from a later one if it falls below the reporting threshold.
Why don't the ancestry percentages always add up to exactly 100%?
There are two main reasons: rounding and suppression. The Census Bureau rounds published values, and it may suppress very small cells to protect privacy. For 2020, the Bureau also published raw group counts rather than direct percentages, so Name Census converts those counts back into shares for comparability across census years.
What does Blasiman mean?
Of Dutch origin, potentially referring to someone who blasphemes or curses frequently. The fuller origin note on this page goes into more detail.
Where does the surname data come from?
All surname statistics on Name Census are drawn from the US Census Bureau's decennial surname frequency tables. These files list every surname that appeared 100 or more times in the 2020 Census, along with a count, a per-100,000 rate, and a self-reported demographic breakdown. You can read the full explanation on our methodology page.
How does Name Census estimate living bearers?
For surnames, Name Census does not age cohorts the way it does for first names. Instead, it takes the Census Bureau's published frequency for Blasiman (0.04 per 100,000) and applies that rate to the current U.S. resident population to estimate how many living Americans have the surname today.
How common is the surname Blasiman?
For a quick modern take, check how many people are called Blasiman on our sister site HowManyOfMe.org.