BRAME

Origin and etymology In historic texts In the 1881 census Distribution map

Brame

Brame is a British surname of Old English origin, derived from the word "brom" meaning thorn. The name is said to have originally been a topographic surname for someone who lived near a thorn bush or thicket. Variants of the surname include Braim and Braem. The distribution of the surname is mainly found in the southern counties of England, particularly in Hampshire and Sussex.

Throughout history, individuals with the surname Brame have been noted in various records, including church registers, census data, and military documents. The name has been passed down through generations, reflecting the rich heritage and lineage of families bearing the Brame surname.

Notable individuals with the surname Brame have made contributions in various fields, such as academia, politics, and the arts. The name continues to be borne by individuals around the world, maintaining a link to the historical roots of the British lineage associated with the Brame surname.

There are approximately 851 people named Brame in the UK. That makes it roughly the 8,385th most common surname in Britain. Around 13 in a million people in Britain are named Brame.

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
Anthony
Daniel
David
Donald
Gerry
John
Michael
Paul
Peter
Richard
Steven

Female

Beverley
Jacqueline
Julie
Karen
Laura
Mandie
Mary
Michelle
Nicola
Pamela
Patricia
Sarah
Susan

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