Beacham

The surname Beacham is of English origin and is derived from the Old English personal name Beacan, which means "small stream." The surname is also believed to be locational in origin, referring to someone who hailed from a place with "beach" or "stream" in its name.

The Beacham family has a long history in England, particularly in the counties of Warwickshire and Staffordshire. The name is recorded in various forms throughout history, including Becham, Beacombe, Becham, and Beachum.

Notable individuals bearing the surname Beacham include the English actress Stephanie Beacham, known for her roles in popular television series such as "Dynasty" and "The Colbys".

Research into the Beacham surname is ongoing, with efforts to trace its origins and migrations through the centuries. The name continues to be borne by families across the United Kingdom and beyond, maintaining a connection to its English roots.

There are approximately 1,451 people named Beacham in the UK. That makes it roughly the 5,486th most common surname in Britain. Around 22 in a million people in Britain are named Beacham.

Surname type: Location or geographical feature

Origin: English

Region of origin: British Isles

Country of origin: England

Religion of origin: Christian

Language of origin: English

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Andrew
  • David
  • John
  • Keith
  • Mark
  • Michael
  • Paul
  • Peter
  • Richard
  • Robert
  • Stephen
  • William

Female

  • Claire
  • Emma
  • Jane
  • Janet
  • Joanne
  • Kelly
  • Lisa
  • Margaret
  • Maria
  • Michelle
  • Nicola
  • Rachel
  • Sarah
  • Susan

Similar and related surnames

Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.

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