About Bach
The surname Bach is of German origin and has multiple meanings. It is derived from the Middle High German word "bach" which means "stream" or "brook." As a surname, Bach could have originated as a topographic name for someone who lived near a stream or as an occupational name for someone who worked near or with streams. Additionally, Bach is also associated with the renowned composer Johann Sebastian Bach, making it a notable surname in the field of music.
The surname Bach is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Bach 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 Bach is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Bach in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Bach using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.