Declining since 2006, #5,208 for boys today.
Popularity of Bladimir since 1976
Babies named Bladimir per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 21 |
| 1980s | 69 |
| 1990s | 285 |
| 2000s | 498 |
| 2010s | 232 |
| 2020s | 98 |
Meaning & origin
Bladimir is a distinctive name that first entered U.S. records in 1976, reflecting a period when Spanish-language variants of European names began to gain notice. It reached its peak rank in 2007, but has since followed a falling trajectory since 2006. As of 2025, it stands at rank 5,208, with a 1-in-94,893 birth rate. The name is most common in California, where Spanish and Slavic influences converge. While not as widely used as its root form Vladimir, Bladimir offers a familiar yet unique sound that maintains the strong, regal undertones of its origin.
Bladimir is a Spanish respelling of the Slavic name Vladimir, derived from the elements 'vladeti' (to rule) and 'mir' (peace or world). The name has been borne by numerous Eastern European rulers and saints, but in the Spanish-speaking world it gained currency as a distinctive form. Its exact meaning remains uncertain, with debate among scholars.
Where Bladimir is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Blad, Bladi, Miro, Vlad
Sibling names for Bladimir
Names that share Bladimir's style, for a brother or sister.
