Find out how popular the last name Basl is in the United States and learn more about the meaning, history, and race and ethnic origin of people in America who are named Basl.

Basl, like all of the last names we have data for, is identified by the U.S. Census Bureau as a surname which has more than 100 occurrences in the United States in the Decennial Census survey. The most recent statistics we have for the Basl surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Basl in America

Basl is the 114424th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Basl surname appeared 153 times in the 2010 census and if you were to sample 100,000 people in the United States, approximately 0 people would have the surname Basl.

We can also compare 2010 data for Basl to data from the previous census in 2000. The table below contains all of the statistics for both years in a side-by-side comparison.

The history of the last name Basl

The surname BASL is believed to have originated in Germany, with its roots dating back to the 14th century. The name likely derived from the Old German word "baesel," which referred to a person of small stature or a diminutive individual. This theory is supported by the fact that many surnames during that era were based on physical characteristics or occupations.

In the early 15th century, the surname BASL appeared in various records and manuscripts across central Germany, particularly in the regions of Bavaria and Saxony. One of the earliest documented instances of the name can be found in the Mühlhausen Codex, a medieval manuscript dating back to 1420, which mentions a "Hans Basl" as a merchant in the city of Mühlhausen.

The name BASL also appears in the Nuremberg Chronicles, a renowned historical work published in 1493, which mentions a "Konrad Basl" as a prominent figure in the city's guild system during the late 15th century.

One of the earliest recorded individuals with the surname BASL was Johann Basl (1470-1542), a German theologian and reformer who played a significant role in the Protestant Reformation. He was a close associate of Martin Luther and participated in the Leipzig Disputation in 1519, where he defended Luther's ideas against Catholic theologians.

Another notable figure with the surname BASL was Maria Basl (1538-1612), a German artist and printmaker who gained recognition for her intricate woodcut illustrations and engravings depicting religious scenes and everyday life in the 16th century.

During the 17th century, the BASL surname was associated with a prominent family of blacksmiths and metalworkers in the town of Rothenburg ob der Tauber, known for their skilled craftsmanship. One member of this family, Hans Basl (1612-1684), was renowned for his ornate and intricate ironwork designs, which adorned many buildings and churches in the region.

In the 18th century, the name BASL was linked to a prominent family of brewers in the town of Bamberg, known for their traditional beer-making techniques. One of their descendants, Georg Basl (1732-1802), established a successful brewery that gained widespread recognition for its high-quality brews.

As the centuries progressed, the BASL surname continued to appear in various regions of Germany, with individuals from different walks of life bearing this name. While the name's origins may have been humble, its enduring presence throughout history serves as a testament to the rich tapestry of German heritage and culture.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Basl

We also have some data on the ancestry of people with the surname Basl.

The below race categories are the modified race categories used in the Census Bureau's population estimates program. All people were categorized into six mutually exclusive racial and Hispanic origin groups:

1. White only
2. Black only
3. American Indian and Alaskan Native only
4. Asian and Pacific Islander only
5. Hispanic
6. Two or More Races

For the most recent 2010 census data, the race/ethnic origin breakdown for Basl was:

Note: Any fields showing (S) means the data was suppressed for privacy so that the data does not in any way identify any specific individuals.

Since we have data from the previous census in 2000, we can also compare the values to see how the popularity of Basl has changed in the 10 years between the two census surveys.

Data source

The last name data and ethnic breakdown of last names is sourced directly from the Decennial Census survey, conducted every 10 years by the United States Census Bureau.

The history and meaning of the name Basl was researched and written by our team of onomatology and genealogy experts.

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