Bianca Girl
Origin(s)
Italian; Latin
Meaning
Italian: white; Latin: pure
Historical & Cultural Background
Bianca is derived from the Italian word for 'white' and has been used as a given name since the Middle Ages. It gained popularity in literature, notably in Shakespeare's 'The Taming of the Shrew' where Bianca is portrayed as a desirable character. The name has also been associated with purity and innocence due to its meaning. It remains a popular choice in various cultures.
Trend Summary
Bianca has seen a steady level of popularity in the United States, remaining a classic choice for girls.
Similar Names
Blanca, Brianna, Biana, Bina, Bella, Bria, Brielle
Variants
- Bianka
- Biancha
International Variants
- Bianca (Italian)
- Blanca (Spanish)
- Bianka (Hungarian)
Famous people named Bianca
Bianca Jagger is a Nicaraguan social and human rights advocate known for her activism and former marriage to Mick Jagger.
Bianca Lawson is an American actress recognized for her roles in various television series, including 'Buffy the Vampire Slayer' and 'Queen Sugar'.
Bianca Del Rio is an American drag performer and comedian, known for winning 'RuPaul's Drag Race' Season 6.
Bianca Minola is a character in Shakespeare's play 'The Taming of the Shrew', known for her beauty and suitors.
Fictional characters named Bianca
Bianca di Angelo is a character in Rick Riordan's 'Percy Jackson & the Olympians' series, known as the daughter of Hades.
Bianca Stratford is a character in the film '10 Things I Hate About You', a modern adaptation of Shakespeare's 'The Taming of the Shrew'.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Bianca was first seen in the United States in 1905. Bianca has ranked as high as #186 nationally which occurred in 1991 and has been most popular in California, Florida, Texas, New York, and New Jersey. In the past 5 years the name Bianca has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Bianca (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 94 | |
| FL | 72 | |
| TX | 70 | |
| NY | 55 | |
| NJ | 38 | |
| IL | 30 | |
| PA | 20 | |
| GA | 20 | |
| MA | 18 | |
| VA | 15 | |
| MD | 15 | |
| TN | 15 | |
| OH | 14 | |
| MN | 14 | |
| NC | 14 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1905 | 5 |
| 1907 | 5 |
| 1909 | 6 |
| 1912 | 5 |
| 1913 | 11 |
| 1914 | 8 |
| 1915 | 15 |
| 1916 | 5 |
| 1917 | 18 |
| 1918 | 9 |
| 1919 | 18 |
| 1920 | 5 |
| 1921 | 10 |
| 1922 | 11 |
| 1923 | 11 |
| 1924 | 9 |
| 1925 | 9 |
| 1926 | 6 |
| 1927 | 12 |
| 1928 | 15 |
| 1929 | 7 |
| 1930 | 5 |
| 1932 | 12 |
| 1933 | 10 |
| 1936 | 6 |
| 1941 | 7 |
| 1942 | 7 |
| 1944 | 5 |
| 1945 | 8 |
| 1946 | 8 |
| 1947 | 14 |
| 1948 | 7 |
| 1949 | 17 |
| 1950 | 20 |
| 1951 | 20 |
| 1952 | 34 |
| 1953 | 32 |
| 1954 | 20 |
| 1955 | 33 |
| 1956 | 27 |
| 1957 | 43 |
| 1958 | 40 |
| 1959 | 55 |
| 1960 | 48 |
| 1961 | 40 |
| 1962 | 42 |
| 1963 | 34 |
| 1964 | 44 |
| 1965 | 41 |
| 1966 | 51 |
| 1967 | 75 |
| 1968 | 81 |
| 1969 | 104 |
| 1970 | 105 |
| 1971 | 111 |
| 1972 | 98 |
| 1973 | 171 |
| 1974 | 183 |
| 1975 | 249 |
| 1976 | 393 |
| 1977 | 526 |
| 1978 | 593 |
| 1979 | 613 |
| 1980 | 634 |
| 1981 | 678 |
| 1982 | 775 |
| 1983 | 940 |
| 1984 | 664 |
| 1985 | 790 |
| 1986 | 831 |
| 1987 | 920 |
| 1988 | 2,637 |
| 1989 | 3,593 |
| 1990 | 3,829 |
| 1991 | 3,844 |
| 1992 | 3,386 |
| 1993 | 3,211 |
| 1994 | 2,932 |
| 1995 | 2,505 |
| 1996 | 2,523 |
| 1997 | 2,362 |
| 1998 | 2,019 |
| 1999 | 1,947 |
| 2000 | 1,956 |
| 2001 | 2,070 |
| 2002 | 1,954 |
| 2003 | 2,054 |
| 2004 | 1,986 |
| 2005 | 1,926 |
| 2006 | 1,941 |
| 2007 | 1,977 |
| 2008 | 1,652 |
| 2009 | 1,398 |
| 2010 | 1,178 |
| 2011 | 1,121 |
| 2012 | 1,028 |
| 2013 | 1,057 |
| 2014 | 907 |
| 2015 | 859 |
| 2016 | 853 |
| 2017 | 834 |
| 2018 | 768 |
| 2019 | 686 |
| 2020 | 726 |
| 2021 | 697 |
| 2022 | 745 |
| 2023 | 659 |
| 2024 | 678 |