About Basker
The surname Basker is of English origin and is derived from the Old Norse word "baskr," meaning "to bark" or "to yelp." It is believed to have been a nickname given to someone who had a tendency to bark or yelp like a dog. Over time, this nickname evolved into a surname and has been passed down through generations.
The surname Basker is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Basker 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 Basker is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Basker in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Basker using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.