About Babbage
The surname Babbage is of English origin and is derived from the Old French word "babe" or "babbe," meaning "child" or "baby." It was likely used as a nickname for someone who had a youthful appearance or demeanor. Over time, the surname Babbage became a hereditary surname passed down through generations. Notably, the surname gained prominence due to the renowned English mathematician and inventor Charles Babbage, who is often referred to as the "father of the computer."
The surname Babbage is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Babbage based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
Ranking information for the surname Babbage is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Babbage in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Babbage using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.