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

Bazil, 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 Bazil surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Bazil in America

Bazil is the 36379th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Bazil surname appeared 615 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 Bazil.

We can also compare 2010 data for Bazil 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 Bazil

The surname Bazil is of French origin, with its earliest recorded use dating back to the 13th century. It is derived from the Old French word "basil," which refers to the aromatic herb of the same name. The herb was highly valued in medieval times and was often associated with royalty and nobility.

Records indicate that the name first appeared in the region of Provence in southern France, where the cultivation of basil and other herbs was prevalent. It is believed that the name was initially given as a nickname or descriptive surname to individuals who were involved in the cultivation or trade of basil.

One of the earliest known references to the surname Bazil can be found in the archives of the city of Marseille, where a merchant named Pierre Bazil is mentioned in a trade document dated 1287. This document suggests that the name was already well-established in the region at that time.

In the 14th century, the name spread to other parts of France, and variations such as Basil, Basile, and Basilie emerged. This diversification of spellings was common during the Middle Ages, as standardized spelling conventions were not yet firmly established.

A notable figure bearing the surname Bazil was Jean Bazil, a French nobleman and military commander who fought in the Hundred Years' War (1337-1453). Born in 1395 in Avignon, he served under King Charles VII and played a significant role in the Battle of Agincourt in 1415.

Another individual of historical significance was Marie Bazil (1548-1623), a French noblewoman and landowner from the Languedoc region. She was known for her philanthropic efforts and her support of the arts and literature during the Renaissance period.

In the 17th century, the Bazil family established itself in the region of Normandy, where they owned estates and held influential positions. One notable member was François Bazil (1623-1698), a prominent lawyer and judge who served as a magistrate in the Parlement of Rouen.

As the surname spread further, it found its way to other parts of Europe and eventually to the Americas through various waves of immigration. Notable individuals with the surname Bazil include:

1. Antoine Bazil (1701-1778), a French explorer and cartographer who mapped parts of the Mississippi River valley in North America.
2. Elizabeth Bazil (1825-1892), an English author and activist for women's rights, known for her writings on education and social reform.
3. Miguel Bazil (1879-1942), a Spanish painter and sculptor, known for his works depicting scenes from rural life in Andalusia.
4. Émile Bazil (1910-1995), a French-Canadian composer and music educator, known for his contributions to the development of modern classical music in Quebec.
5. Jacqueline Bazil (born 1936), a French actress and television personality, who gained recognition for her roles in several popular French television series.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Bazil

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

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 Bazil 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 Bazil 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 Bazil was researched and written by our team of onomatology and genealogy experts.

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