About Basner
The surname Basner is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "basen," meaning "to beat" or "to strike." It is an occupational surname that likely originated as a nickname for someone who worked as a beater or a drummer. The name may have been given to individuals who played a musical instrument or worked in a profession that involved striking or beating, such as a blacksmith. Over time, the surname Basner has evolved and been passed down through generations, becoming a hereditary family name.
The surname Basner is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Basner based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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Here's how to represent Basner in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Basner using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.