BADHAM
Badham
Badham is a surname of English origin. It is primarily found in the West Midlands region of England, especially in the county of Warwickshire. The name "Badham" is believed to have Anglo-Saxon roots, derived from the Old English words "bæd" meaning "message" or "messenger" and "ham" meaning "homestead" or "village".
Individuals with the surname Badham can trace their ancestry to early medieval times in England. The Badham family has been documented in historical records, including parish registers, heraldic documents, and census records, dating back to the 16th century.
Notable individuals with the surname Badham include:
- John Badham (1939-): A British-born film director known for his work on classic films such as "Saturday Night Fever" and "WarGames".
- Sarah Badham (1802-1872): A prominent British suffragette who campaigned for women's rights in the 19th century.
Today, the surname Badham is still present in England and has spread to other English-speaking countries through migration and emigration. It carries a sense of heritage and tradition for those who bear the name, representing a connection to the history and culture of the West Midlands region.
There are approximately 1,931 people named Badham in the UK. That makes it roughly the 4,340th most common surname in Britain. Around 30 in a million people in Britain are named Badham.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Christopher
- David
- John
- Luke
- Mark
- Matthew
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Richard
- Simon
- Stephen
Female
- Ann
- Claire
- Deborah
- Doris
- Elizabeth
- Joanne
- Lisa
- Louise
- Margaret
- Nicola
- Patricia
- Rachel
- Sarah
- Susan