About Bligh
The surname Bligh is of English origin and is derived from the Old English word "blæc" meaning "black" or "dark." It was likely used as a nickname for someone with dark hair or a dark complexion. The name Bligh has been recorded in various forms throughout history, and it is most famously associated with the British naval officer William Bligh, who captained the ill-fated HMS Bounty. Today, individuals with the surname Bligh can be found in different parts of the world, particularly in English-speaking countries.
The surname Bligh is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Bligh based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
Ranking information for the surname Bligh is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Bligh in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Bligh using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.