BEETHAM
Beetham
Beetham is an English surname with origins that can be traced back to the medieval period. The name is of locational origin, derived from the village of Beetham in Cumbria, nestled within the picturesque Lake District of northern England. The village's name is thought to stem from the Old English words "beo" meaning bee, and "ham" meaning homestead or village, possibly denoting a place known for beekeeping or abundant bees.
The Beetham family is believed to have been landowners or residents in the village, and over time, the surname became associated with those who hailed from or had connections to Beetham. Variants of the name include Betham and Beatham.
The surname Beetham has been recorded in various forms over the centuries, and individuals bearing this name can be found throughout England and beyond, as families migrated and settled in different regions. Today, the name Beetham is relatively uncommon but continues to be borne by individuals proud of their heritage and lineage.
Notable individuals with the surname Beetham may include prominent figures from various fields such as history, literature, arts, or science. Genealogical research and historical records may uncover more about the diverse families and branches linked to the Beetham name, contributing to the rich tapestry of British surnames and their heritage.
There are approximately 687 people named Beetham in the UK. That makes it roughly the 9,832nd most common surname in Britain. Around 11 in a million people in Britain are named Beetham.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Anthony
- Christopher
- David
- James
- John
- Lee
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Robert
- Ronald
- Thomas
Female
- Elizabeth
- Helen
- Joanne
- Katherine
- Linda
- Margaret
- Mary
- Nicola
- Patricia
- Victoria
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