Blanche Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationBLANSH / /blæntʃ/French; Latin
Meaning
French: white; Latin: shining
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Blanche has roots in both French and Latin, where it signifies purity and brightness. Historically, it has been used as a feminine name, often associated with nobility and royalty in medieval Europe. In literature and art, the name has been used to symbolize innocence and virtue. Although primarily a feminine name, it has occasionally been adopted for boys in modern contexts.
Similar Names
Variants
- Blanch
- Blanca
International Variants
- Blanca (Spanish)
- Bianca (Italian)
Famous people named Blanche
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Blanche was first seen in the United States in 1887. Blanche has ranked as high as #861 nationally, which occurred in 1918, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Blanche has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Blanche
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1887 | 5 |
| 1889 | 6 |
| 1891 | 7 |
| 1894 | 6 |
| 1898 | 7 |
| 1899 | 8 |
| 1902 | 7 |
| 1906 | 8 |
| 1908 | 9 |
| 1909 | 5 |
| 1910 | 9 |
| 1911 | 6 |
| 1912 | 8 |
| 1915 | 9 |
| 1917 | 6 |
| 1918 | 12 |
| 1919 | 7 |
| 1920 | 8 |
| 1922 | 9 |
| 1923 | 5 |
| 1924 | 6 |
| 1926 | 5 |
| 1927 | 6 |
| 1928 | 6 |
| 1929 | 5 |
| 1930 | 9 |
| 1931 | 5 |
| 1933 | 11 |
| 1934 | 6 |
| 1935 | 6 |
| 1938 | 6 |
| 1946 | 5 |