About Bessett
The surname Bessett is of French origin and is derived from the personal name Bessard or Bessart, which itself is a variant of the name Bézard. The name Bézard is derived from the Old French word "bez" meaning "blackbird." Therefore, the surname Bessett is likely to have originally been a nickname for someone who resembled or had characteristics associated with a blackbird.
The surname Bessett is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Bessett 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 Bessett is not currently available.
Here's how to represent the name "Bessett" using braille for the visually impaired.
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