Last Name Basnett

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The meaning and origin of the last name Basnett

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Genealogical research on the last name Basnett

The last name Basnett is of English origin, derived from the Old French personal name "Basson", meaning "short" or "low". The earliest recorded instance of the surname dates back to the 13th century in the county of Yorkshire, England. The Basnett family has been primarily located in the northern regions of England, with notable concentrations in Lancashire and Cheshire. Over the centuries, the Basnett surname has seen variations in spelling, including Bassnet, Basnet, and Bassnett. Genealogical research on the Basnett family shows a long history of agricultural work and land ownership, with some members also involved in trade and commerce. Migration patterns in the 19th and 20th centuries have seen Basnetts settling in other parts of the UK and abroad, particularly in the United States and Australia.

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