Bas
Meaning of Bas
Bas is a charming and unique name of Dutch origin, typically associated with boys. However, it can also be used for girls, adding an air of individuality and strength to their identity. The name Bas is pronounced as "bahs" (/bɑs/) in Dutch. It may also be linked to the variation Bastiaan. While not widely popular in the United States, with only 5 occurrences in 1976 and a rank of 9282, Bas carries a sense of European flair and sophistication that sets it apart from more common names. With its rich history and cross-gender appeal, Bas is a distinctive choice for parents seeking an unconventional yet stylish name for their child.
Pronunciation
Dutch
- Pronunced as bahs (/bɑs/)
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Notable People Named Bas
| Bas Rutten - Sebastiaan "Bas" Rutten is a Dutch-American former mixed martial artist, kickboxer, and professional wrestler, known for his achievements in UFC and as a co-host of Inside MMA on AXS TV. |
| Bas van Fraassen - Bastiaan Cornelis van Fraassen is a prominent Dutch-American philosopher known for his work in philosophy of science, epistemology, and formal logic. |
| Bas Verwijlen is a Dutch right-handed épée fencer and four-time Olympian. |
| Bas Leinders is a retired professional racing driver from Belgium who was a Formula One test and reserve driver for the Minardi F1 team in 2004 and a former British Formula Ford and German Formula Three champion. |
| Bastiaan Simon Boon, also known as Bas Boon, is a Dutch producer and director, as well as the founder of Golden Glory, a network association of mixed martial artists and kickboxers. |
| Bas Pease - Rendel Sebastian "Bas" Pease FRS was a British physicist known for his opposition to nuclear weapons and advocacy for nuclear fusion as a clean energy source. |
| Bas Bron is a Dutch musical artist and electronic music producer from Amsterdam. |
| Bas van 't Wout - Bastiaan "Bas" van 't Wout is a Dutch retired politician who served as Minister of Economic Affairs and Climate Policy in 2021 in the Third Rutte cabinet. |
| Bas Nijhuis - Hendrikus Sebastian "Bas" Nijhuis is a Dutch football referee known for officiating FIFA international matches since 2007, hailing from Enschede. |
| Bas van Erp was a Dutch wheelchair tennis player. |
| Bas Veenstra is a Dutch professional basketball player known for his versatility in playing as power forward, center, or small forward. |
| Bas Jan van Bochove is a Dutch politician and former educator, currently serving as Acting Mayor of Weesp and previously a member of the House of Representatives. |
| Bas Eenhoorn - Herman Bastiaan "Bas" Eenhoorn is a Dutch politician and management consultant, known for his role as party chair of the People's Party for Freedom and Democracy (VVD) from 1999 to 2003. |
| Bas Ramselaar is a renowned Dutch bass singer and conductor. |
| Bas de Jong is a Dutch water polo player who participated in the 1996 and 2000 Summer Olympics. |
