KELLUM
Kellum
Kellum is a surname of English origin that has been traced back to the medieval period. This surname is classified as a locational surname, denoting that the original bearers of the name hailed from a particular place, in this instance, likely a village named 'Kellum' or a similar-sounding place.
The meaning and origin of the name 'Kellum' are somewhat uncertain, but it may have originated from the Old English personal name 'Ceolmund', composed of the elements 'ceol', meaning 'ship', and 'mund', meaning 'protection'. Over time, the surname 'Kellum' evolved from variations such as 'Kellam', 'Kellim', and 'Kellham'.
The distribution of the Kellum surname is most prominent in England, particularly in regions such as Yorkshire, Lincolnshire, and Norfolk. The name may have spread further afield due to migration, emigration, or changes in surname spelling over generations.
Notable individuals bearing the surname Kellum have made contributions in various fields, from academics to arts and beyond. Genealogical research suggests that branches of the Kellum family have settled in different parts of the globe, including the United States, Canada, and Australia, leading to a diverse Kellum diaspora.
The Kellum surname continues to be borne by families across the world today, taking pride in their heritage and the history behind their distinctive name.
There are approximately 21 people named Kellum in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Fewer than one in a million people in Britain are named Kellum.