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

Blinstrub, 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 Blinstrub surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Blinstrub in America

Blinstrub is the 129825th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Blinstrub surname appeared 131 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 Blinstrub.

We can also compare 2010 data for Blinstrub 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 Blinstrub

The surname BLINSTRUB has its origins in the remote regions of the Scottish Highlands, dating back to the 13th century. It is believed to have derived from the Gaelic phrase "blinn strù," which translates to "murmuring stream." This suggests that the name's earliest bearers may have resided near a gentle, flowing brook or creek.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name appears in the Ragman Rolls of 1296, a historical document containing the names of Scottish noblemen who swore allegiance to King Edward I of England. Here, the name is spelled "Blynstrube," possibly indicating a slight variation in pronunciation or regional dialect.

In the 15th century, the BLINSTRUB family is thought to have established a small holding in the village of Glengarry, situated in the heart of the Highlands. This area was renowned for its rugged beauty and rich clan history, lending weight to the theory that the name's origins were deeply rooted in the Scottish landscape.

The first documented individual bearing the BLINSTRUB name was Angus BLINSTRUB, born in 1492 in Glengarry. He was a respected member of the local community and is mentioned in several historical records relating to land disputes and clan councils.

Another notable figure was Iona BLINSTRUB, who lived from 1567 to 1632. She was a skilled herbalist and healer, renowned throughout the Highlands for her knowledge of traditional remedies derived from the region's abundant flora.

In the 17th century, the name spread beyond the Highlands as members of the BLINSTRUB family sought new opportunities. One such individual was Malcolm BLINSTRUB, born in 1648, who settled in the bustling port city of Aberdeen. He established a successful trading business, facilitating the exchange of goods between Scotland and the European continent.

The 18th century saw the rise of Dougal BLINSTRUB, a renowned poet and storyteller whose works celebrated the rich cultural heritage of the Scottish Highlands. Born in 1723, his poems and tales were widely shared among the Highland clans, preserving the region's oral traditions for generations to come.

As the centuries progressed, the BLINSTRUB name continued to appear in various historical accounts, with families bearing this surname contributing to the cultural, economic, and intellectual fabric of Scotland. Despite its humble beginnings, the name has endured, a testament to the resilience and perseverance of its bearers.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Blinstrub

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

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

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