What does the surname Blandy mean?

The surname Blandy means "One who lived in or near a bland or gentle place.". It is of English origin.

How common is the Blandy surname?

There are approximately 1,200 people with the surname Blandy in the United States.

Yes, 4 soldiers with the Blandy surname appear in Civil War records.

Topographic

One who lived in or near a bland or gentle place.

Derived from Old English 'bland' (gentle, smooth) and possibly '-y' as a locative suffix. The surname likely originated as a topographic designation.

A topographic surname of English origin. The name is quite rare and appears mainly in English records.

Estimated 1,200 bearers in the United States #3,484 most common surname

Rare Common

Found in England and scattered in North America.

Geographic distribution based on Civil War military records.

Fewer

4 soldiers with the Blandy surname found in Civil War records.

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