Blanca
Blanca is a Christian girl name of Spanish, from Germanic origin, meaning “White, pure”.
| Meaning | White, pure |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Spanish, from Germanic |
| Pronunciation | BLAHN-kah |
| Tradition | Christian, Modern & Classic |
| Used in | Spain, Mexico, Colombia, Peru |
Meaning and origin of Blanca
Blanca is the Spanish word for white, from a Germanic word for bright or shining that also gave French 'blanc'. As a name it has been used since the Middle Ages, notably by Blanca of Castile, the queen of France and mother of Saint Louis IX, known in French as Blanche. It suggests purity and brightness. In Catholic Spain it is sometimes given in honour of Nuestra Señora de las Nieves, Our Lady of the Snows.
Is Blanca a Christian name?
Blanca is not biblical, but in Spanish tradition it can recall the Marian title Our Lady of the Snows, and Blanche of Castile was a famously devout queen.
How popular is Blanca?
A traditional name in Spain and Latin America, more common among older generations.
Gifts with the name Blanca
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Spellings and variants of Blanca
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Blanca mean?
Blanca means 'White, pure'. It is of Spanish, from Germanic origin.
Is Blanca a Christian name?
Blanca is not biblical, but in Spanish tradition it can recall the Marian title Our Lady of the Snows, and Blanche of Castile was a famously devout queen.
How do you pronounce Blanca?
Blanca is pronounced BLAHN-kah.
Is Blanca a boy or girl name?
Blanca is usually a girl name.