BIRCHAM
Bircham
Bircham is a surname of English origin which traces its roots back to the Anglo-Saxon period. The name is derived from the Old English words "birce," meaning birch tree, and "ham," meaning settlement or homestead. As such, the surname Bircham likely denoted someone who lived near or worked with birch trees.
The Bircham surname is most commonly found in Norfolk, a county in East Anglia, England. Norfolk has a long history of birch woodlands, which might explain the prevalence of this surname in the region.
Notable individuals bearing the Bircham surname include academics, professionals, and public figures who have made contributions in various fields. The name's historical significance and regional ties make it a distinctive and meaningful part of British heritage.
In contemporary Britain, the Bircham surname continues to be passed down through generations, serving as a link to ancestral roots and familial identity for many individuals across the country.
There are approximately 626 people named Bircham in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around ten in a million people in Britain are named Bircham.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Brett
- Brian
- Colin
- Daniel
- David
- John
- Lee
- Mark
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Richard
- Robin
- Thomas
- William
Female
- Ann
- Deborah
- Emma
- Jacqueline
- Janice
- Joanna
- Julie
- Margaret
- Rose
- Sarah
- Susan
Similar and related surnames
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