blaesus

Blaesus refers to a Roman family name, the gens Blasia. Members of this gens held prominent positions in Roman society and history. The most well-known individual bearing the name was Quintus Blasius, a Roman senator and governor. While the name Blasius itself is of Latin origin, its exact meaning is not definitively established, though it is believed to be related to the word "blaesus," meaning "stammering" or "lisping."

The gens Blasia was active during the Roman Republic and Empire. Historical records mention several individuals with this cognomen, indicating its presence among the Roman elite. Descendants and associates of the Blasius family played roles in various political and military affairs of the time. Information about their specific contributions and achievements is often found in classical texts and archaeological findings.

The surname Blasius, and by extension Blaesus, also appears in later historical periods and in different contexts, sometimes as a given name rather than a family name. Its enduring presence highlights its significance within Roman nomenclature and its subsequent influence on naming conventions in other cultures, particularly in the development of Christian names.