COSHAM
Cosham
Cosham is an English surname of locational origin, derived from the village of Cosham in Hampshire, England. The village's name is believed to have originated from the Old English words "Cōs" and "Hām," meaning "homestead of Cōs."
The Cosham surname is first recorded in the early 13th century in Hampshire, indicating its long and ancient lineage in the region. Over the centuries, bearers of the Cosham surname have spread across various parts of England and beyond, establishing their presence in different communities.
Notable individuals with the surname Cosham have made contributions in various fields, ranging from academics to the arts. The surname's historical significance and geographical ties to Hampshire make it a notable part of British heritage.
Today, the Cosham surname continues to be passed down through generations, maintaining a link to its ancestral roots in the village of Cosham. Members of the Cosham family can be found across the United Kingdom and in other parts of the world, each carrying with them a piece of their remarkable history.
There are approximately 354 people named Cosham in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around five in a million people in Britain are named Cosham.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Anthony
- David
- James
- John
- Matthew
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Stuart
- William
Female
- Claire
- Elizabeth
- Jean
- Jennifer
- Linda
- Margaret
- Nicola
- Rebecca
- Stella
- Susan