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

Blouch, 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 Blouch surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Blouch in America

Blouch is the 46138th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Blouch surname appeared 462 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 Blouch.

We can also compare 2010 data for Blouch 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 Blouch

The surname Blouch has its origins in Germany, emerging in the Middle Ages around the 13th century. It is believed to be derived from the Germanic word "bloch," which means "block" or "log." This suggests that the name may have initially been associated with occupations related to woodworking or forestry.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Blouch can be found in the Hirsau Codex, a manuscript dating back to the 12th century. The codex contains a reference to a person named "Blouch" living in the region of Baden-Württemberg.

During the 15th century, the surname Blouch gained prominence in the town of Rothenburg ob der Tauber, located in the Franconian region of Bavaria. Records from this time period mention several individuals bearing the name, including Hans Blouch, a respected craftsman born in 1425.

In the 16th century, the name Blouch appeared in various historical documents across different regions of Germany. One notable figure was Johann Blouch, a scholar and theologian from Saxony, who lived from 1523 to 1592.

As the name spread throughout Germany, variations in spelling emerged, such as Bloch, Bloche, and Blocher. These variations were often influenced by local dialects and regional pronunciations.

The 17th century saw the Blouch family establish roots in the Palatinate region, where they held influential positions in local governance. One prominent member was Friedrich Blouch, who served as a respected magistrate in the city of Mannheim during the late 1600s.

In the 18th century, the Blouch name gained recognition beyond Germany's borders. Johann Georg Blouch, born in 1722 in Hesse, was a renowned composer and musician who traveled extensively throughout Europe, performing for various royal courts.

Another notable figure from this time was Maria Blouch, born in 1756 in Bavaria. She was a celebrated artist known for her intricate woodcarvings and sculptures, many of which can still be found in museums across Germany.

As the 19th century unfolded, the Blouch surname continued to be associated with various professions and industries. One example is Karl Blouch, born in 1812 in Saxony, who was a prominent industrialist and pioneered innovations in the textile manufacturing industry.

Overall, the surname Blouch has a rich history spanning several centuries, with roots deeply embedded in various regions of Germany. While the name may have initially been associated with occupations related to woodworking or forestry, it has since been carried by individuals from diverse backgrounds, including scholars, artists, and influential figures in various fields.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Blouch

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

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

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