About the Blunden Surname

The name Blunden is closely linked to Blount. Name scholars give the meaning as “fair-haired”.

Arms associated with the name

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How the spelling arose

Blunden is listed among the recognised spellings of Blount. Local scribes, dialects and emigration all left their mark on how the name was written. Related forms: Blunt.

The 2010 US Census counted 247 people named Blunden, ranking it number 77,522 among American surnames. That puts it inside the top 100,000 US surnames. Research your Blunden family history with a full surname report and painted coat of arms.