Balster

Balster Meaning & Origin

About Balster
The surname Balster is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "balster," meaning "crossbow." It is an occupational surname that likely originated as a nickname for someone who was skilled in using a crossbow or possibly a maker of crossbows. The name may have been given to individuals who were known for their accuracy or strength in archery. Over time, the surname Balster has evolved and been passed down through generations, becoming a hereditary family name.

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Popularity

Surname Popularity by Ethnicity

The surname Balster is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:

  • Number of People with the name Balster: 603
  • Overall Popularity: Less than 0.01% (a rare surname)
  • Ranking: 37,029
  • Frequency per 100k people: 0.2

Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Balster 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 Balster is not currently available.

Pronunciation

πŸ“‡ Metaphone
PLSTR
πŸ—½ NYSIIS
BA
πŸ”Š Soundex
B042306
🎡 Syllabic Pronunciation
B AE1 L S T ER0
🌐 IPA
/ˈbΓ¦lstΙ™r/
πŸ”Š Double Metaphone
('PLSTR', '')
🈯 Cross-Lingual Phonetic
B423

Accessibility & Communication

How to write the name Balster in Braille

Here's how to represent Balster in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.

The name Balster in braille

How to sign the name Balster using Sign Language

The image below shows how you can spell Balster using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.

The name Balster in sign language

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