BANHAM
Banham
Banham is a surname of English origin, deriving from the village of Banham in Norfolk, East Anglia. The name is believed to have originated from the Old English words "bana" and "ham", meaning "murderer's homestead" or "homestead of the slayer".
The first recorded instance of the surname Banham dates back to the 13th century in Norfolk, indicating that the name has been present in the region for many centuries. Over time, families with the surname Banham have spread to other parts of the United Kingdom and beyond.
Individuals with the surname Banham have made contributions to various fields, including academia, the arts, business, and sports. Notable bearers of the name include historian Dr. Muriel Banham, playwright Christopher Banham, and footballer Matthew Banham.
Today, the surname Banham can be found around the world, with concentrations in the United Kingdom, Australia, Canada, and the United States. The name continues to carry the heritage of its Norfolk origins and remains a part of the rich tapestry of British surnames.
There are approximately 2,946 people named Banham in the UK. That makes it roughly the 3,027th most common surname in Britain. Around 45 in a million people in Britain are named Banham.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Chris
- Christopher
- Colin
- David
- John
- Mark
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Robert
- Stephen
Female
- Charlotte
- Emma
- Helen
- Jacqueline
- Jane
- Joan
- Mary
- Nicola
- Patricia
- Sarah
- Susan
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