Declining since 1999, #6,446 for boys today.
Popularity of Blas since 1880
Babies named Blas per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1988, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Blas's real moment was 1880.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1880s | 6 |
| 1890s | 0 |
| 1900s | 0 |
| 1910s | 103 |
| 1920s | 228 |
| 1930s | 238 |
| 1940s | 249 |
| 1950s | 246 |
| 1960s | 231 |
| 1970s | 303 |
| 1980s | 301 |
| 1990s | 348 |
| 2000s | 326 |
| 2010s | 230 |
| 2020s | 112 |
Meaning & origin
Blas is a distinctly uncommon name in the United States, with its highest recorded usage occurring in the 1880s when it peaked at rank 6,446 in 1880. Since 1999, its usage has been on a steady decline, and it remains a rare choice. The name carries strong Spanish heritage, linked to Saint Blaise, and is more commonly found in Spanish-speaking communities. While it never broke into the top states list in recent decades, its traditional roots and simple pronunciation give it a classic, understated appeal for parents seeking a culturally significant yet unconventional name.
Blas is a Spanish name traditionally given in honor of Saint Blaise (San Blas), a 4th-century physician and bishop. The name is derived from the Latin 'Blasius', which itself may come from Greek 'blaisos' meaning 'crooked' or 'lisping'. It has been used in Spain and Latin America for centuries, often associated with the feast day of San Blas on February 3.
Nicknames & variants
Variants: Blasius, Blaise
Sibling names for Blas
Names that share Blas's style, for a brother or sister.
