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

Blazevich, 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 Blazevich surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Blazevich in America

Blazevich is the 65782nd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Blazevich surname appeared 301 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 Blazevich.

We can also compare 2010 data for Blazevich 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 Blazevich

The surname Blazevich is of Croatian origin, with roots that can be traced back to the 16th century. It is derived from the Slavic word "blazen," meaning "blessed" or "holy," suggesting that the name's earliest bearers may have been individuals of spiritual or religious significance.

The name is believed to have originated in the Dalmatian region of Croatia, particularly in the areas surrounding the city of Split. Historical records from this period indicate that the name was sometimes spelled as "Blazevic" or "Blazevich," reflecting the variations in regional dialects and scribal practices.

One of the earliest known references to the name can be found in the archives of the Archdiocese of Split, where a document dated 1586 mentions a certain Marko Blazevich, a local landowner and prominent member of the community. This document provides valuable insight into the social standing and influence of the Blazevich family during that time.

Another notable figure bearing this surname was Ivan Blazevich, a Croatian military commander who served under the Venetian Republic in the late 17th century. His exploits and strategic leadership during the Morean War (1684-1699) against the Ottoman Empire earned him recognition and a place in the annals of Croatian military history.

In the 18th century, the Blazevich name gained further prominence with the birth of Josip Blazevich (1722-1795), a renowned scholar and philosopher. His writings on metaphysics and epistemology contributed significantly to the intellectual discourse of the time, and he is regarded as one of the most influential Croatian thinkers of the Enlightenment era.

The 19th century saw the rise of Antun Blazevich (1834-1901), a prominent Croatian politician and statesman. As a member of the Croatian Parliament and a vocal advocate for Croatian autonomy within the Austro-Hungarian Empire, he played a pivotal role in shaping the nation's political landscape during a turbulent period.

Throughout history, the Blazevich surname has been associated with various locations in Croatia, including the towns of Solin, Kaštela, and Trogir, where families bearing this name have established roots and contributed to the cultural and economic fabric of these communities.

While the name's origins can be traced back to the 16th century, it is important to note that the earliest records may not have captured all instances of the surname, as record-keeping practices were not as standardized or comprehensive as they are today.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Blazevich

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

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

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