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Blum is a surname of German origin, derived from the word Blume, meaning flower. It is common among German-speaking populations and Ashkenazi Jewish communities, where it has historically been used as a name reflecting personal attributes or a family association with flowers or gardens. As a surname, Blum appears across various fields, including politics, science, and the arts, in many countries.

In addition to its use as a surname, Blum denotes Julius Blum GmbH, an Austrian manufacturer of furniture fittings. Founded in 1952 by Julius Blum in Weiz, Austria, the company specializes in hardware for cabinetry, including hinges, drawer slides, and lifting systems. The firm is known for innovations in soft-close damping under the Blumotion brand and for providing integrated hardware solutions used by kitchen and bathroom cabinet manufacturers worldwide. Julius Blum GmbH remains privately held by the Blum family and operates on a global scale, supplying retailers and manufacturers with durable, modular furniture hardware.