Baulch

The surname Baulch is of English origin, believed to be derived from the Old English word "bealucas," meaning 'buckles.' It is thought to have originally been an occupational name for a maker or seller of buckles.

The Baulch surname is mainly concentrated in the southwest of England, particularly in the counties of Gloucestershire, Warwickshire, and Worcestershire. The name has also been recorded in various registers and documents across the country, dating back to the medieval period.

Individuals bearing the surname Baulch have been engaged in a wide range of occupations over time, including blacksmithing, farming, and trade. The name has persisted through the generations, with many branches of the Baulch family establishing roots in different parts of the United Kingdom and beyond.

Notable individuals with the surname Baulch have made significant contributions in various fields, such as academia, the arts, and sports. The Baulch name continues to be passed down through family lines and remains a distinctive part of British heritage.

Typical given names associated with the Baulch surname

Male

  • Alan
  • Christopher
  • David
  • Ian
  • James
  • John
  • Mark
  • Matthew
  • Michael
  • Peter
  • Robert

Female

  • Amanda
  • Anita
  • Carol
  • Claire
  • Gaye
  • Jane
  • Julia
  • Margaret
  • Michelle
  • Nicola
  • Pamela
  • Sarah
  • Susan

Similar and related surnames

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There are approximately 483 people named Baulch in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around seven in a million people in Britain are named Baulch.

Origin: English

Region of origin: British Isles

Country of origin: England

Religion of origin: Christian

Language of origin: English

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Famous people named Baulch

  • Jamie Baulch - Welsh 400m runner

Names and descriptions courtesy of Wikipedia, and may contain errors. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of every famous person with this name.

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