MEASHAM
Measham
Measham is a surname of English origin, particularly associated with the East Midlands region of England. The name is of locational origin, derived from the village of Measham in Leicestershire. The village of Measham is situated close to the border with Derbyshire and Staffordshire, making it well-placed for interaction with surrounding areas.
The etymology of the name 'Measham' is believed to come from the Old English words 'mǣs' meaning boundary and 'hām' meaning home or settlement, suggesting that the village was known for being located on a boundary.
Individuals bearing the surname Measham are likely to have ancestral ties to this specific region of England. The surname continues to be found across different parts of the UK and the world, reflecting the movement of people over time.
Famous individuals with the surname Measham are limited, as it is a relatively uncommon name. However, those who bear this surname may still take pride in their unique heritage and connection to the historical village of Measham.
Typical given names associated with the Measham surname
Male
- Alan
- David
- Derrick
- Glenn
- James
- John
- Mark
- Paul
- Peter
- Robert
- Stephen
- Stuart
- William
Female
- Ann
- Catherine
- Jalyn
- Kate
- Katriona
- Kelly
- Lilian
- Patricia
- Sarah
- Susan
- Sylvia
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There are approximately 179 people named Measham in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around three in a million people in Britain are named Measham.
Famous people named Measham
- Ian Measham - Football player
Names and descriptions courtesy of Wikipedia, and may contain errors. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of every famous person with this name.