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

Blowe, 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 Blowe surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Blowe in America

Blowe is the 29822nd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Blowe surname appeared 788 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 Blowe.

We can also compare 2010 data for Blowe 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 Blowe

The surname Blowe has its origins in England, tracing back to the Middle Ages. It is believed to have derived from the Old English word "blowan," which means "to blow" or "to breathe." The name was likely initially given as a descriptive moniker to someone with a loud voice or a strong breath.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the Blowe surname can be found in the Domesday Book of 1086, a comprehensive survey of landholdings and population in England commissioned by William the Conqueror. This ancient record mentions individuals with the name Blowe residing in various parts of the country, indicating the name's widespread use during that time.

In the 13th century, the surname appeared in various forms, including Blow, Blowe, and Bloue, reflecting the variations in spelling and pronunciation that were common in those days. One notable individual from this period was John Blowe, a wealthy merchant from Bristol who was active in the city's trade guild around 1250.

During the 14th and 15th centuries, the Blowe name became more prominent, particularly in the southern regions of England. Records from this era show individuals bearing the name associated with various occupations, such as farming, artisanry, and clergy. One such example is William Blowe, a respected clergyman who served as the rector of St. Mary's Church in Southampton from 1412 to 1436.

In the 16th century, the Blowe surname gained further recognition with the rise of Sir John Blowe, a prominent statesman and diplomat who served under King Henry VIII. Born in 1490, Sir John played a crucial role in negotiating treaties and alliances with various European powers, earning him a reputation as a skilled diplomat.

Another notable figure bearing the Blowe surname was Edward Blowe, a renowned poet and playwright who lived during the Elizabethan era. Born in 1558, Blowe's works were celebrated for their eloquence and wit, and he was regarded as one of the most influential literary figures of his time.

As the centuries progressed, the Blowe surname continued to be widely used across England, with families bearing the name settling in various regions and contributing to diverse fields, including agriculture, trade, and academics. Some notable examples from later periods include Sir Thomas Blowe, a distinguished scientist and inventor born in 1692, and Elizabeth Blowe, a pioneering educator who established one of the first schools for girls in London in the late 18th century.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Blowe

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

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

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