Lisping or stuttering
Derived from the Roman family name Blasius, which stems from the Latin word 'blaesus'. It is the Spanish and Portuguese form of the name Blaise, famously associated with the 4th-century Saint Blaise, the patron saint of throat ailments.
Less common today
Blas isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #1,973 in 1990.
Spanish admiral known for his defense of Cartagena de Indias
Renowned Mexican composer and conductor
Philippine senator and diplomat
Cuban politician and theorist
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
