Bazin

Bazin is a surname of Norman-French origin, typically found in the United Kingdom. The name is derived from the Old French word "bad" or "bail", meaning a rural tenant or a ‘gambler’. It is believed to have been used originally to describe a farmer or someone who tended to fields or croplands.

The Bazin surname has been traced back to medieval times in England and is associated with individuals from various regions across the country. Over the centuries, the surname has undergone variations in spelling due to differences in pronunciations and dialects. Notable individuals with the surname Bazin have been recorded in historical documents, including census records, genealogical archives, and local histories.

Today, the Bazin surname remains relatively uncommon, but individuals bearing this name can be found throughout the United Kingdom and in various other parts of the world, where British descendants have settled.

The history and genealogy of the Bazin surname continue to be subjects of interest for those researching British family names and heritage, contributing to the rich tapestry of British surnames and their origins.

There are approximately 119 people named Bazin in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Bazin.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Darren
  • John
  • Olivier
  • Philip
  • Sebastien

Female

  • Holly
  • Jacqueline
  • Lisa
  • Maria
  • Valerie

Similar and related surnames

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