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

Blasiman, 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 Blasiman surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Blasiman in America

Blasiman is the 157234th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Blasiman surname appeared 103 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 Blasiman.

We can also compare 2010 data for Blasiman 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 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.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Blasiman

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

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

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