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

Beasom, 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 Beasom surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Beasom in America

Beasom is the 113155th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Beasom surname appeared 155 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 Beasom.

We can also compare 2010 data for Beasom 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 Beasom

The surname Beasom has its roots in England, specifically in the county of Yorkshire. It is believed to have originated during the medieval period, sometime around the 12th or 13th century. The name is thought to be derived from the Old English words "beo" meaning bee, and "sum" meaning a small area or enclosure, suggesting that the earliest bearers of this name may have lived near or worked in an area where beehives were kept.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Beasom can be found in the Subsidy Rolls of Yorkshire from the year 1301, where it appears as "Besom". This spelling variation was likely due to the inconsistencies in written records during that time period. Over the centuries, the name evolved into its modern form of Beasom.

While there are no known historical references to individuals with the surname Beasom in major historical documents like the Domesday Book, several notable figures have borne this name throughout history. One such individual was John Beasom, a prominent merchant and landowner who lived in Yorkshire in the late 16th century. Records show that he was involved in the wool trade and owned substantial properties in the region.

Another individual of note was Thomas Beasom, born in 1624 in Lincolnshire. He was a respected scholar and theologian who authored several works on religious philosophy and served as a rector in the Church of England. His writings were widely read and influential during his lifetime.

In the 18th century, William Beasom, born in 1712 in Yorkshire, made his mark as a skilled architect and builder. He was responsible for the construction of several notable buildings in the region, including the parish church in the village of Beasom, which may have derived its name from his family.

Moving into the 19th century, Mary Beasom, born in 1821 in Derbyshire, was a pioneering educator and advocate for women's rights. She established one of the first schools for girls in her hometown and dedicated her life to promoting education and empowerment for women.

Finally, in more recent times, Sir Robert Beasom, born in 1928, was a distinguished military officer and diplomat. He served in various capacities for the British government, including as an ambassador to several countries, and was knighted for his contributions to public service.

Throughout its long history, the surname Beasom has maintained a strong presence in England, particularly in the northern counties where it originated. While not as widespread as some other surnames, it has left its mark on various aspects of British society, from commerce and religion to architecture and public service.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Beasom

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

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

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