Bachus
A surname derived from the Latinized form of the Greek god of wine, Bacchus.
According to the 2010 US Census Bureau surname tables, roughly 994 Americans carry the last name Bachus. That puts it at #27,678 in the national surname ranking, appearing at a frequency of 0.29 per 100,000 people (about 1 in 344,823 residents).
This page is the full Name Census profile for the Bachus surname. You will find the Census Bureau frequency data, an ancestry and ethnicity breakdown based on self-reported demographics, the name's meaning and origin where available, and answers to the most common questions people ask about this surname.
Bearers in the US
994
1 in 344,823
Census rank
#27,678
2010 decennial data
Per 100,000
0.3
Frequency rate
Recorded bearers
869
very rare in the US
Popularity narrative
The Census Bureau recorded 869 bearers of the surname Bachus in its 2010 decennial surname file. At a rate of 0.29 per 100,000 residents, it holds the 27678th position in the national surname ranking.
Among Census respondents with the surname Bachus, the largest self-reported group is White at 71.7%. The next largest groups are Black (23.5%) and Two or More Races (2.0%).
Origin
Meaning and origin of Bachus
The surname Bachus is of English origin, with its roots traced back to the 13th century. It is derived from the Old English word "bach," which means "dweller at or near a stream." This suggests that the earliest bearers of this name likely lived in close proximity to a small river or brook.
The name Bachus is believed to have originated in the county of Nottinghamshire, particularly in the village of Basford, which was once known as "Bachesford" or "Bachesford Bridge." This place name is recorded in the Domesday Book of 1086, compiled by order of William the Conqueror, further solidifying the antiquity of the Bachus surname.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name can be found in the Pipe Rolls of Lincolnshire from 1175, which mention a Radulfus de Bachis. In the 13th century, the surname appeared in various forms, such as Bachis, Bachys, and Baches, reflecting the evolution of spelling over time.
Notable individuals bearing the Bachus surname include William Bachus (1628-1705), an English Puritan clergyman and author known for his work "A View of the Antiquities of the Town of Harwich and Dovercourt." Another prominent figure was John Bachus (1756-1820), a British naval officer who served during the American Revolutionary War and the Napoleonic Wars.
In the 19th century, the Bachus family gained prominence with the birth of James Bachus (1832-1908), a renowned American lawyer and politician who served as a judge in Alabama. His son, John Bachus (1857-1942), followed in his footsteps and became a prominent lawyer and judge in the same state.
Another notable individual was Robert Bachus (1892-1971), an English cricketer who played first-class cricket for Gloucestershire County Cricket Club in the early 20th century.
While the Bachus surname may have originated in England, it has since spread to other parts of the world, particularly through immigration and migration patterns. However, its roots can be traced back to the ancient villages and settlements of Nottinghamshire, where the name first emerged as a reflection of the geographic surroundings and way of life of its earliest bearers.
Demographics
Ancestry and ethnicity for Bachus
Among Census respondents with the surname Bachus, the largest self-reported group is White at 71.7%. The next largest groups are Black (23.5%) and Two or More Races (2.0%).
The bar chart below shows how Bachus bearers described their own race and ethnicity on the 2010 Census form. The Census Bureau groups responses into six broad categories: White, Black or African American, Hispanic or Latino, Asian and Pacific Islander, American Indian and Alaska Native, and Two or More Races. When a category has too few respondents for a given surname, the Bureau suppresses the figure to protect individual privacy, which is why some names show fewer than six slices.
Keep in mind that these are self-reported numbers. A person's surname does not determine their race or ethnicity, and the distribution you see here reflects the specific population who happened to carry the Bachus surname at the time of the 2010 Census, not any inherent property of the name itself.
- White71.7%
- Black or African American23.5%
- Two or more races2.0%
- Asian and Pacific Islander1.4%
Year on year
2010 vs 2010 Census
How has the Bachus surname changed between Census years? The chart shows bearer count side by side, and the table compares rank, count, and frequency.
Census year comparison
| Metric | 2010 | 2010 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #27,678 | #27,678 | 0.0% |
| Count | 869 | 869 | 0.0% |
| Per 100K | 0.29 | 0.29 | 0.0% |
Between the 2010 and 2010 Census, the number of Bachus bearers went from 869 to 869 (+0.0% change). The surname held its position in the national ranking, going from #27,678 to #27,678.
Notable bearers
Famous people with the surname Bachus
FAQ
Bachus surname: questions and answers
How common is the last name Bachus?
The surname Bachus holds position #27,678 in the US Census Bureau's surname ranking, with an estimated 994 living bearers. It occurs at a rate of 0.29 per 100,000 Americans.
What is the ethnic background of the Bachus surname?
Among Census respondents with the surname Bachus, the largest self-reported group is White at 71.7%. The next largest groups are Black (23.5%) and Two or More Races (2.0%). These figures come from the 2010 Census Bureau surname tables, based on how respondents described their own race and ethnicity.
Where does this surname data come from?
All surname statistics on Name Census are drawn from the US Census Bureau's decennial surname frequency tables. These tables list every surname that appeared 100 or more times in the 2010 Census, along with a frequency rate and self-reported demographic breakdown. You can read the full explanation on our methodology page.