FOULSHAM
Foulsham
Foulsham is an English surname of locational origin, derived from the village of Foulsham in Norfolk, East Anglia, UK. The village itself was recorded in the Domesday Book of 1086 as "Fulesham" and later evolved to its present spelling.
The surname Foulsham is believed to have originated from the Old English words "fugol," meaning bird, and "ham," meaning homestead or village. Thus, Foulsham may have been a place known for its bird population or associated with a bird-related feature.
Individuals with the surname Foulsham can be traced back to various regions in England, with a concentration in Norfolk where the village of Foulsham is situated. Over time, bearers of the surname may have migrated to other parts of England and beyond, resulting in a wider distribution of the name.
As with many surnames of English origin, the surname Foulsham may have undergone spelling variations over the centuries due to factors such as dialectal differences, clerical errors, and phonetic spelling.
Today, the surname Foulsham continues to be borne by individuals in various parts of the world, reflecting the diaspora of English families and their heritage. The name serves as a reminder of the historical connections between people and places, preserving a link to the village of Foulsham and its rich past in the tapestry of British history.
There are approximately 336 people named Foulsham in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around five in a million people in Britain are named Foulsham.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Anthony
- Christopher
- Gareth
- James
- John
- Joseph
- Paul
- Peter
- Richard
- Robert
- Russell
- Steve
- Tom
- William
Female
- Amanda
- Frances
- Helen
- Joan
- Laura
- Louise
- Phyllis
- Rachel
- Ruth
- Susan