About Besselman
The surname Besselman is of German origin and is derived from the personal name Bessel, which itself is a diminutive form of the name Bernhard. The name Besselman is therefore an occupational surname, indicating that the bearer was the son of Bessel or the descendant of someone named Bessel. The name Bessel is derived from the Old High German word "beraht," meaning "bright" or "famous." Overall, the surname Besselman signifies a familial connection to someone named Bessel or Bernhard.
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The surname Besselman is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Besselman 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 Besselman in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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