Bajan (surname)

Bajan is a surname with origins primarily in Barbados. It is a demonym derived from the Barbadian vernacular name for a person from Barbados, colloquially referred to as "Bajan." As a surname, it likely originated as a nickname or identifier for individuals from Barbados who migrated to other regions, eventually becoming a hereditary surname passed down through families. The surname's presence outside of Barbados suggests diaspora or migration patterns of Barbadians throughout history. The frequency and distribution of the surname can provide insight into historical Barbadian migration routes and settlement patterns.