BASTER
Baster
Baster is a British surname with origins dating back to the medieval period. The name is believed to have derived from the Old French word "baster," meaning a person who bastes or sows together. In medieval times, a baster was typically a tailor who sewed or mended clothing.
The surname Baster has been found predominantly in the southern regions of England, especially in areas such as Kent and Sussex. Over the centuries, families bearing the surname Baster have spread to various parts of the United Kingdom and beyond.
Individuals with the surname Baster have been noted for their craftsmanship, particularly in the fields of tailoring and sewing. Some members of the Baster family have also made significant contributions to other professions, such as in academia, business, and the arts.
Today, the surname Baster remains a relatively uncommon but proud part of British heritage, symbolising a long history of artisanship and dedication to their craft.
There are approximately 114 people named Baster in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Baster.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Colin
- David
- Graham
- James
- Jeremy
- John
- Nick
- Paul
- Robert
- Simon
- Stephen
- Timothy
Female
- Barbara
- Cheryl
- Donna
- Emma
- Frances
- Jennifer
- Kathleen
- Lindsay
- Mary
- Victoria
Similar and related surnames
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