BASTA
Basta
Basta is a surname of Italian and Iberian origin that is also found in Britain. The name is believed to have derived from the Italian and Spanish word "Basta," meaning "enough" or "stop."
The presence of the Basta surname in Britain can be attributed to historical interactions between Britain and these regions. It is likely that individuals bearing the surname Basta migrated to Britain for various reasons such as trade, military service, or diplomatic relationships.
Over time, the Basta surname has become a part of the diverse tapestry of British surnames, with individuals of Basta descent contributing to various fields and industries in the country. The surname has likely undergone variations in spelling and pronunciation as it assimilated into the British context.
Today, individuals with the surname Basta can be found across different regions of Britain, with some possibly tracing their ancestry to notable figures or historical events associated with the original Italian and Iberian origins of the name.
As with many surnames, the history and lineage of the Basta surname in Britain continue to evolve, reflecting the dynamic nature of migration, cultural exchange, and integration that have shaped the British society.
There are approximately 86 people named Basta in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around one in a million people in Britain are named Basta.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- David
- Giovanni
- Julian
- Luigi
- Matthew
- Michal
- Peter
- Robert
- Steven
- Victor
Female
- Angelina
- Anna
- Colette
- Edyta
- Emma
- Esther
- Filomena
- Lidia
- Luella
- Marian
Similar and related surnames
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