Origin and Meaning of Blanchie
Meaning & Origin
White or Fair
Origin: French - Derived from the French word 'blanc', meaning 'white' or 'fair'.
Interesting Facts
- Blanchie is a diminutive or affectionate form of the name Blanche, which also means white.
- In French culture, Blanche was sometimes associated with purity and innocence, reflecting the color white.
- Notable bearers of the name include Blanche DuBois, a character in Tennessee Williams' play 'A Streetcar Named Desire'.
- While Blanchie is not a widely popular name, variations like Blanche and its derivatives have seen popularity in different eras, especially in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
- Related names include Blanche, Blanc, and variants like Bianca, which also means white in Italian.