Blondin (surname)

Blondin is a French surname. It is a diminutive form of blond, referring to a person with blond hair. It is found primarily in France and other regions with a historical French influence, such as Quebec, Canada. Notable individuals with the surname include:

• Charles Blondin (1824–1897): A famous French tightrope walker and acrobat known for crossing the Niagara Falls on a tightrope.

The surname Blondin, like other surnames derived from physical characteristics, likely originated as a nickname that later became hereditary. Variations in spelling may exist due to regional dialects or transcription errors over time.