Blanca
Meaning: Land or spear
Origin: Old French/Germanic
Gender: Girl
Rank in France: #4696
Total births: 182
History: A variant or related form of Lance. Shares the meaning 'Land or spear.'
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| Current rank (2021) | #3628 |
| Babies named Blanca in 2021 | 5 |
| Total recorded in France | 126 |
| Peak year | 2009 (9 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #938 |
| Years in records | 1939–2021 (28 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↑ 106 spots |
Frequently asked about Blanca
What does the name Blanca mean?
Blanca means “Land or spear” from Old French/Germanic roots.
What is the origin of the name Blanca?
Blanca has Old French/Germanic origin. The traditional meaning is “Land or spear”.
How popular is Blanca in France?
Blanca ranked #3628 in France in 2021 — given to 5 babies that year.
Is Blanca a boy or girl name?
Blanca is predominantly a girls' name in France — over 90% of Blancas in registered births are female.
Is the name Blanca rising or falling in popularity?
Blanca has risen 106 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years in France — from #3734 in 2016 to #3628 in 2021.
How long has Blanca been recorded in France?
Blanca appears in birth records in France across 28 years — from 1939 through 2021.