Origin and Meaning of Blasa

To be fiery or burning

Origin: Spanish - Derived from the Latin name Blasius, which comes from the word 'blasius' meaning ‘lisping’ or 'to stammer', but is also associated with the word 'blaze' implying fire or burning.

• Blasa is often used in Spanish-speaking countries, particularly among communities with a strong Catholic tradition, as it is connected to Saint Blaise.
• In Spanish-speaking cultures, the name Blasa is sometimes seen as a feminine form of Blas, which is a more common male name.
• Saint Blaise, a 4th-century bishop and martyr, is the patron saint of throat diseases, which adds significant religious importance to the name.
• While the name Blasa is not highly ranked in popularity charts, it maintains a niche presence in specific regions and among certain families.
• Variations of the name include Blas for males and Blaise, which is more commonly used in French-speaking contexts.