LINGHAM
Lingham is a surname of English origin. It is regarded as a locational name, typically given to individuals who resided near a hill or slope.
The etymology of Lingham can be traced to the Old English word hlinc, meaning “hill” or “slope.” This root indicates that the bearers of the name were associated with a prominent topographical feature in their locality.
Over time, the original form of the name underwent orthographic changes. The modern spelling Lingham has emerged, replacing earlier variations that reflected the linguistic shifts within England. Such evolution mirrors the broader pattern of surname stabilisation in the post‑Middle‑English period.
In contemporary usage, Lingham is a relatively uncommon surname. Its scarcity is a consequence of both its specific geographical origin and the limited number of families who have carried the name through successive generations.
Typical given names associated with the Lingham surname
Male
- Alan
- Andrew
- Anthony
- Barry
- Daniel
- David
- Ian
- James
- Jeffrey
- John
- Jonathan
- Michael
- Paul
- Rory
Female
- Catherine
- Claire
- Hayley
- Helen
- Jane
- Janet
- Julie
- Kathleen
- Rebecca
- Wendy
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 716 people named Lingham in the UK. That makes it roughly the 9,541st most common surname in Britain. Around 11 in a million people in Britain are named Lingham.
