2000
#148,244
National surname rank
Recorded bearers 102
First available Census row
Per 100,000 0.04
Very Rare Last name
Baesman
An occupational surname denoting a village constable or bailiff.
According to the 2020 US Census Bureau surname tables, roughly 114 Americans carry the last name Baesman. That puts it at #156,005 in the national surname ranking, appearing at a frequency of 0.03 per 100,000 people (about 1 in 3,006,617 residents).
This page is the full Name Census profile for the Baesman surname. You will find the Census Bureau frequency data, a multi-census history view, 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
114
1 in 3,006,617
Census rank
#156,005
2020 decennial data
Per 100,000
0.0
Frequency rate
Recorded bearers
99
very rare in the US
Popularity narrative
The Census Bureau recorded 99 bearers of the surname Baesman in its 2020 decennial surname file. At a rate of 0.03 per 100,000 residents, it holds the 156005th position in the national surname ranking.
Among Census respondents with the surname Baesman, the largest self-reported group is White at 94.9%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (5.1%).
Origin
Meaning and origin of Baesman
The surname "BAESMAN" is believed to have originated in England, tracing its roots back to the Middle Ages. The name is thought to derive from the Old English words "baes" and "mann," which together translate to "bass man" or "one who fishes for bass." This suggests that the earliest bearers of this name were likely fishermen or lived near bodies of water where bass fishing was common.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name "BAESMAN" can be found in the Pipe Rolls of Gloucestershire, a medieval tax record dating back to 1202. Here, the name appears as "Baesman," indicating its connection to the fishing trade. Additionally, the Hundredorum Rolls of 1273 mention a "William Baesman" residing in Oxfordshire, suggesting the name's presence in various parts of England during that period.
In the 14th century, the name "BAESMAN" appears to have evolved into various spellings, such as "Baysman" and "Bayseman," as evidenced by records from that time. This variation in spelling was common due to the inconsistent nature of record-keeping in those days.
Among the notable individuals who bore the "BAESMAN" surname, one can mention John Baesman (c. 1450-1518), a prominent merchant and landowner from Norfolk, who served as a member of the local gentry. Another notable figure was Richard Baesman (1585-1647), a clergyman and author who published several theological works during his lifetime.
In the 17th century, the name "BAESMAN" gained further recognition with the birth of Sir William Baesman (1620-1692), a wealthy merchant and prominent figure in the City of London. He served as an alderman and was knighted for his contributions to the city's trade and commerce.
Another notable bearer of the "BAESMAN" surname was Charles Baesman (1745-1812), a renowned architect who designed several notable buildings in London, including the Royal Opera House and the Old Bailey courthouse.
Lastly, one cannot overlook the contribution of Emily Baesman (1825-1901), a pioneering educator and advocate for women's rights. She founded one of the first schools for girls in England and played a pivotal role in promoting equal educational opportunities for women during the Victorian era.
While the surname "BAESMAN" may have originated from humble beginnings, associated with the fishing trade, it has since been carried by individuals who have made significant contributions in various fields, from commerce and architecture to education and literature, leaving an indelible mark on the history and culture of England.
Demographics
Ancestry and ethnicity for Baesman
Among Census respondents with the surname Baesman, the largest self-reported group is White at 94.9%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (5.1%).
The bar chart below shows how Baesman bearers described their own race and ethnicity on the 2020 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.
Percentages are shown for every Census year so the breakdown stays comparable over time. When the source file also includes raw headcounts, Name Census shows those alongside the percentages in the legend.
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 Baesman surname at the time of the 2020 Census, not any inherent property of the name itself.
- White94.9% · 94
- Hispanic or Latino5.1% · 5
Timeline
Historical Census data for Baesman
Baesman appears in 3 published Census surname files: 2000, 2010, 2020. The cards below show how the name's rank and bearer count changed across each release.
2010
#156,044
National surname rank
Recorded bearers 104
+2 bearers (+2.0%)
Per 100,000 0.04
Rank movement Down 7,800 places
2020
#156,005
National surname rank
Recorded bearers 99
-5 bearers (-4.8%)
Per 100,000 0.03
Rank movement Up 39 places
| Year | Rank | Count | Per 100K | Count change | Rank change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | #148,244 | 102 | 0.04 | First available Census row | First available Census row |
| 2010 | #156,044 | 104 | 0.04 | +2 bearers (+2.0%) | Down 7,800 places |
| 2020 | #156,005 | 99 | 0.03 | -5 bearers (-4.8%) | Up 39 places |
For 2020, the Census Bureau published race and Hispanic-origin columns as counts rather than percentages. Name Census converts those counts back into shares so the ancestry section stays comparable with the older surname files.
Year on year
2010 vs 2020 Census
How has the Baesman surname changed between Census years? The chart shows bearer count side by side, and the table compares rank, count, and frequency.
Census year comparison
20102020
| Metric | 2010 | 2020 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #156,044 | #156,005 | 0.0% |
| Count | 104 | 99 | -4.8% |
| Per 100K | 0.04 | 0.03 | -17.2% |
Between the 2010 and 2020 Census, the number of Baesman bearers went from 104 to 99 (-4.8% change). The surname moved up 39 positions in the national ranking, going from #156,044 to #156,005.
FAQ
Baesman surname: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. have the surname Baesman?
Name Census estimates that about 114 living Americans carry the surname Baesman. Using the current population baseline, that works out to roughly 1 in 3,006,617 residents.
How common is Baesman?
Baesman ranks #156,005 in the 2020 Census surname tables and is classified on this site as "Very Rare." The Census recorded the name at a frequency of 0.03 per 100,000 residents, which is about 0 people out of every 100,000.
How many people with this surname were counted in the Census?
The raw 2020 Census file counted 99 people with the surname Baesman. That is different from the site's living-bearer estimate (114), which projects the surname's present-day count by applying the Census frequency rate to the current U.S. population.
What does 0.03 per 100,000 actually mean?
It is the Census Bureau's normalized frequency measure. A rate of 0.03 per 100,000 means that if you picked a random group of 100,000 U.S. residents, you would expect about 0 of them to have the surname Baesman.
Has Baesman become more or less common over time?
Between 2010 and 2020, the surname Baesman went from 104 recorded bearers to 99. That is a decrease of 5 (-4.8%). In the national ranking it rose from #156,044 to #156,005.
What does the Census say about the background of Baesman?
Among Census respondents with the surname Baesman, the largest self-reported group is White at 94.9%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (5.1%). These figures come from the 2020 Census Bureau surname tables, based on how respondents described their own race and ethnicity.
Which group reports this surname most often?
White is the largest self-reported group for the surname Baesman in the 2020 Census, accounting for 94.9% (94 people in the source table).
What is the full ancestry breakdown?
Baesman appears across multiple self-reported groups in the Census data. The largest shares in the 2020 file are White (94.9%), Hispanic (5.1%). For 2020, the source file also published raw headcounts for each group, which is why this page can show both percentages and counts in the ancestry section.
Is this page using the latest Census data?
Yes. This page is using the latest surname file currently loaded on Name Census, which is 2020. The historical section above also keeps any older Census surname entries we have for Baesman (2000, 2010, 2020).
Does the Census include every surname?
No. The Census Bureau only publishes surnames that appeared at least 100 times in a given decennial Census. That means very rare surnames are excluded entirely, and a surname can appear in one Census release but disappear from a later one if it falls below the reporting threshold.
Why don't the ancestry percentages always add up to exactly 100%?
There are two main reasons: rounding and suppression. The Census Bureau rounds published values, and it may suppress very small cells to protect privacy. For 2020, the Bureau also published raw group counts rather than direct percentages, so Name Census converts those counts back into shares for comparability across census years.
What does Baesman mean?
An occupational surname denoting a village constable or bailiff. The fuller origin note on this page goes into more detail.
Where does the surname data come from?
All surname statistics on Name Census are drawn from the US Census Bureau's decennial surname frequency tables. These files list every surname that appeared 100 or more times in the 2020 Census, along with a count, a per-100,000 rate, and a self-reported demographic breakdown. You can read the full explanation on our methodology page.
How does Name Census estimate living bearers?
For surnames, Name Census does not age cohorts the way it does for first names. Instead, it takes the Census Bureau's published frequency for Baesman (0.03 per 100,000) and applies that rate to the current U.S. resident population to estimate how many living Americans have the surname today.
How many people have the last name Baesman?
See how many people are called Baesman on HowManyOfMe.org, our sister site built around that single question.