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

Bessix, 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 Bessix surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Bessix in America

Bessix is the 142108th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Bessix surname appeared 117 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 Bessix.

We can also compare 2010 data for Bessix 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 Bessix

The surname Bessix has its origins in the northern regions of France, particularly in the areas of Normandy and Brittany. It is believed to have emerged during the medieval period, around the 11th or 12th century. The name is thought to be derived from the Old French words "besse" meaning "hind" or "doe," and "six" meaning "six," possibly indicating an association with hunting or land ownership related to game animals.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Bessix can be found in the Cartulaire de l'abbaye de Marmoutier, a medieval manuscript from the 12th century, where a person named Raoul Bessix is mentioned as a landowner in the Anjou region. This suggests that the name was already in use by that time and may have been associated with nobility or landholding.

In the 13th century, a Robert Bessix was recorded as a knight and member of the gentry in the Duchy of Normandy. His name appears in several charters and documents from the period, indicating that the family had gained some prominence in the region.

During the 14th century, a Jehan Bessix was a notable figure in the city of Rouen, serving as a merchant and member of the city council. His name is inscribed on a memorial plaque in the city's Cathedral, suggesting that he was a prominent citizen of his time.

In the 15th century, a Pierre Bessix was a skilled artisan and master stonemason who worked on the construction of several churches and cathedrals in the Normandy region. His name is etched on the walls of the Basilique Notre-Dame de Bonsecours in Rouen, a testament to his craftsmanship.

Another notable figure was Jacques Bessix, a physician and scholar who lived in the 16th century. He authored several treatises on medicine and was renowned for his expertise in the field. His works were widely circulated and studied throughout Europe during the Renaissance period.

While the surname Bessix may not be as common today, it has a rich history that can be traced back to the medieval period in northern France. The name's origins and early recorded instances suggest its bearers were often associated with landholding, nobility, skilled trades, and scholarly pursuits.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Bessix

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

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

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