Bianca
Meaning: White, fair, shining
Origin: Italian
Gender: Girl
Rank in Australia: #120
Total births: 4,387
History: Bianca surged in the 1990s-2000s in Australia, reflecting Italian cultural influence. The name means 'white' — like the white sands of Australian beaches. Bianca represents the Mediterranean influence on Australian culture — espresso, gelato, and beautiful names.
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| Current rank (2008) | #75 |
| Babies named Bianca in 2008 | 101 |
| Total recorded in Australia | 4,387 |
| Peak year | 1990 (180 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #39 |
| Years in records | 1976–2008 (33 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↓ 30 spots |
Frequently asked about Bianca
What does the name Bianca mean?
Bianca means “White, fair, shining” from Italian roots.
What is the origin of the name Bianca?
Bianca has Italian origin. The traditional meaning is “White, fair, shining”.
How popular is Bianca in Australia?
Bianca ranked #75 in Australia in 2008 — given to 101 babies that year.
When was Bianca most popular?
Bianca peaked in 1990 with 180 babies registered that year in Australia.
Is Bianca a boy or girl name?
Bianca is predominantly a girls' name in Australia — over 90% of Biancas in registered births are female.
Is the name Bianca rising or falling in popularity?
Bianca has fallen 30 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years in Australia — from #45 in 2003 to #75 in 2008.
How long has Bianca been recorded in Australia?
Bianca appears in birth records in Australia across 33 years — from 1976 through 2008.