Bland is an uncommon given name of English origin, meaning 'white' or 'fair'. It is derived from the Middle English word 'blond', which referred to light-colored hair. Historically, Bland has been more prevalent as a surname rather than a first name. However, in recent years there has been a slight increase in its use as a given name, particularly among families with British heritage or those seeking unique monikers for their children.
"The name Bland experienced notable fluctuations in popularity between 1907 and 1980, with peaks occurring in the late teens to early twenties (1923-1925), mid-thirties to early forties (1936-1943), and mid-fifties (1953-1955). The name's highest popularity occurred in 1923 and 1925 with 15 births each. However, it declined steadily from the late sixties onward, with only a handful of births recorded each year until 1980."