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

Bludau, 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 Bludau surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Bludau in America

Bludau is the 69392nd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Bludau surname appeared 283 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 Bludau.

We can also compare 2010 data for Bludau 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 Bludau

The surname BLUDAU is of German origin, tracing its roots back to the northern regions of Germany during the late medieval period. The name is believed to have originated as a descriptive surname, likely derived from the German words "blut" (blood) and "au" (meadow or pasture). This combination suggests that the surname may have initially referred to an individual who lived near a blood-red meadow or pasture, possibly characterized by its distinct reddish soil or vegetation.

One of the earliest known references to the name BLUDAU can be found in the historical records of the city of Lübeck, dated back to the 15th century. These records mention a certain Johannes Bludau, a merchant who lived and traded in the prosperous Hanseatic city during the late 1400s.

In the 16th century, the BLUDAU name appears to have spread to other parts of northern Germany, particularly in the regions of Lower Saxony and Schleswig-Holstein. This dispersal coincided with the Lutheran Reformation, which prompted many individuals to migrate in search of religious freedom and economic opportunities.

During the 17th century, a notable figure bearing the BLUDAU surname was Hans Bludau, a skilled blacksmith who lived in the town of Mölln, located in present-day Schleswig-Holstein. His exceptional craftsmanship and contributions to the local community were well-documented in the town's archives.

The 18th century saw the emergence of Johann Friedrich Bludau (1712-1786), a respected theologian and philosopher from the city of Hamburg. His scholarly works on religious ethics and moral philosophy garnered significant attention during the Age of Enlightenment.

In the 19th century, the BLUDAU surname gained further prominence with the birth of Gustav Bludau (1863-1931), a renowned architect who played a pivotal role in the design and construction of several iconic buildings in Berlin and other major German cities. His legacy can still be observed in the architectural marvels that adorn the urban landscapes of Germany.

Another notable figure was Wilhelm Bludau (1876-1958), a prominent linguist and philologist who made significant contributions to the study of ancient Greek and Latin texts. His scholarly works on classical literature and linguistic analysis were widely acclaimed and continue to be referenced by academics and researchers.

While the BLUDAU surname may have originated from humble beginnings, it has since been carried by individuals who have left their mark across various fields, from commerce and craftsmanship to academia and the arts, shaping the cultural and intellectual fabric of German society over the centuries.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Bludau

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

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

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