Summary

This surname, BAUM, is of German origin. It is derived from the Middle High German word 'baum,' meaning 'tree.' The surname likely originated as a topographic name for someone who lived near a prominent tree or an occupational name for a woodcutter or woodworker. BAUM has a long history and can be found in various German-speaking regions. Over time, it spread to other countries through migration and emigration.
There are
16334
Baums in the USA
Baum is the
2230th
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Baum

L.Frank

L. Frank Baum was an American author best known for his children's book 'The Wonderful Wizard of Oz' and its sequels.

HansBaumgarten

Hans Baumgarten was a German painter associated with the Neues Sehen movement in photography.

HennyLange-Baum

Henny Lange-Baum was a German singer and actress known for her performances in operettas and musicals.

IrisBaumüller

Iris Baumüller is a German field hockey player who won the gold medal with the German national team at the 2004 Summer Olympics.

JohnBaum

John Baum was an American politician who served as a U.S. Representative from New York from 1837 to 1841.

MargaretBaumgarten

Margaret Baumgarten was an American artist known for her paintings of landscapes and wildlife.

CharlesBaum

Charles Baum was an American economist and professor known for his research on industrial organization and antitrust policy.

MarthaBaumgartner

Martha Baumgartner is an Austrian journalist and news anchor, known for her work on Austrian television.

RobertO.

Robert O. Baum is an American biologist and professor, specializing in plant genetics and genomics.

ErnstBaumann

Ernst Baumann was a German rower who won two silver medals at the 1932 Summer Olympics.

Baum Genealogy

OriginsThe surname 'Baum' is of German origin and means 'tree' in German. It is a common surname in German-speaking countries.
Geographic DistributionThe surname 'Baum' is primarily found in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland. It is also present in other countries with German diaspora.
VariationsVariations of the surname 'Baum' include 'Bauman', 'Baumann', and 'Baumgarten'.
Migration and ImmigrationGerman immigrants with the surname 'Baum' migrated to various countries, including the United States, during different periods of history.