Bascom is a masculine name of English origin. It is pronounced as BAS-kum (/ˈbæskəm/). The name Bascom has variations such as Baz and Bas. In terms of popularity, according to data for newborns in Virginia, the name Bascom ranked 308 in 1919, 324 in 1918, 288 in both 1917 and 1916, and 286 in 1915. Although there is no available data for the early 1900s, it can be inferred that the name Bascom was moderately popular during that time. The name Bascom carries a sense of strength and stability, making it an excellent choice for parents seeking a timeless and distinguished name for their baby boy.
Bascom Lamar Lunsford, also known as the "Minstrel of the Appalachians," was a folklorist, traditional Appalachian music performer, and lawyer from western North Carolina. |
Bascom Sine Deaver Jr. is a retired American physicist known for his research into superconductor applications and his work as a professor at the University of Virginia. |