Baskett

Baskett is an English surname of occupational origin, deriving from the Middle English word "basket" or "busket" which referred to a worker who made or sold baskets. The surname is primarily found in the southern region of England, particularly in the counties of Sussex, Kent, and Surrey.

The earliest recorded instances of the surname Baskett date back to the late 13th century. Over time, variations of the name such as Baskette or Basket have also been documented, highlighting the evolution of the surname throughout history.

Notable individuals bearing the surname Baskett include:

  • Kendra Baskett (née Wilkinson): An American television personality known for her appearances on the reality television series "The Girls Next Door" and "Kendra".

  • Hank Baskett: A former American football wide receiver who played in the National Football League for teams such as the Philadelphia Eagles and the Indianapolis Colts.

The surname Baskett is a testament to the diverse occupational backgrounds of families in England, reflecting the importance of skilled craftsmen such as basket makers in traditional English society. Today, the surname continues to be passed down through generations, preserving the legacy of the Baskett name.

There are approximately 323 people named Baskett in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around five in a million people in Britain are named Baskett.

Surname type: Diminutive

Origin: English

Region of origin: British Isles

Country of origin: England

Religion of origin: Christian

Language of origin: English

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Adam
  • Andrew
  • David
  • Eric
  • James
  • John
  • Michael
  • Morgan
  • Nicholas
  • Peter
  • Stephen
  • Terence
  • Timothy

Female

  • Elizabeth
  • Georgina
  • Joanne
  • Karen
  • Lindsay
  • Lynda
  • Lynette
  • Margaret
  • Olivia
  • Phyllis
  • Sarah
  • Shirley
  • Susan
  • Wendy

Similar and related surnames

Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.

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