Baker

Occupational

Meaning

One who bakes bread or cakes professionally.

Etymology

From the Old English 'bakere,' derived from the verb 'bacan' meaning 'to bake.' The suffix '-er' denotes an occupational agent.

About the Baker Surname

Baker is one of the most common occupational surnames in English-speaking countries, reflecting the essential role of bakers in medieval communities. The surname has been documented since at least the 12th century in England.

Distribution & Frequency

Estimated 850,000 bearers in the United States #73 most common surname
Rare Common

Primarily found in England and English-speaking countries, with significant populations in North America and Australia.

Baker Surname Distribution

Geographic distribution based on Civil War military records.

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People with the Baker Surname

Abby Scott Baker

Betty Baker

Bob Baker

C.B. Baker

Colonel

D. Baker

Senator

Eva Baker

Frank Baker

Doctor

H.A. Baker

Harry Baker

Republican State Chairman of Pennsylvania

Henry Baker

Henry D. Baker

Howard W. Baker

Midshipman

James Marion Baker

SECRETARY

Jack Baker

Jasper Baker

Assistant Director of the Mint

John Baker

Hon.

Joseph Baker

Louise Baker

Lucy Baker

Newton Baker

Newton D. Baker

Newton Diehl Baker

Secretary of War, 1916-1921

O.C. Baker

Bishop

Peggy Baker

Penny Baker

Raymond T. Baker

Ray Baker

Reggie Baker

Ried Baker

W.e. Baker

JUDGE

W.H. Baker

Hon. Rep.