Bascom Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Bascom originates from Old English, meaning 'valley of the ash trees'. It evolved through various historical forms before becoming modern. It is associated with traits of heritage and tradition, with no direct biblical relevance.
The name Bascom is most popular in Virginia, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Bascom has been stalled for male in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in South. Across generations, 'Bascom' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1578th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2206th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 4109th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 7892nd out of 10718 names. Discover how the name 'Bascom' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Bascom"
Pronunciation
/ˈbæskəm/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The name Bascom is derived from a surname that likely originates from a place name in England, meaning 'valley of the ash trees'. It may also be connected to the Old Norse word 'baskr', meaning 'bask' or 'to bask in the sun'.
Meaning
Valley of the ash trees
Language Evolution
Old English: Bascum, Middle English: Bascam, Modern English: Bascom
Historical Usage
The name Bascom gained popularity in the United States during the 19th century, often used as a given name derived from the surname.
Variants & Derivatives
Baskom, Bascomb, Bascome
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Bascom is considered a unique and somewhat old-fashioned name, often associated with heritage and tradition.
Famous People
Bascom Lamar Lunsford, an American folklorist and musician, Bascom Hill, a notable location at the University of Wisconsin-Madison
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Bascom"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Bascom"
"Bascom" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1578th of 7545 | 356 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 2206th of 6773 | 210 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 4109th of 7552 | 65 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 7892nd of 10718 | 18 |
Regional Popularity of "Bascom" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
50.80% 1202nd/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
85.68% 2016th/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Bascom" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Bascom"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Bascom" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.