BOONHAM
Boonham
Boonham is a British surname that has its roots in the English language. The name is believed to have originated from a place name in England, possibly denoting someone who was from or lived near a hill or a raised area of land. Variants of the surname include Boonam, Boonhamm, and Boonum.
The Boonham surname has been found in various regions of England, with historical records indicating concentrations in areas such as Sussex, Hampshire, and Kent. The distribution of the surname suggests that it may have originated in the southern counties of England.
Individuals bearing the surname Boonham have been noted in various historical records, including census data, parish registers, and other genealogical sources. These records offer insights into the presence of the Boonham name in different epochs and geographic locations.
Over time, families with the Boonham surname have likely migrated and dispersed to different parts of the United Kingdom and beyond. As with many surnames, the origin and meaning of Boonham may have evolved and diversified as the name passed down through generations.
Today, individuals with the surname Boonham can be found across the United Kingdom and in other parts of the world. The name continues to be passed on through familial lines, contributing to its presence in contemporary society and genealogical studies.
Typical given names associated with the Boonham surname
Male
- Adam
- Craig
- Dean
- Gareth
- John
- Jonathan
- Martin
- Nicholas
- Peter
- Stephen
Female
- Angela
- Eleanor
- Emma
- Jennifer
- Katherine
- Kathleen
- Lesley
- Sara
- Sarah
- Valerie
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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There are approximately 108 people named Boonham in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Boonham.
