METTAM

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Mettam

Mettam is a surname of Anglo-Saxon origins originating from England. The name is of locational origin, derived from the village of Mettingham, located in Suffolk, East Anglia. The village name is derived from the Old English words "maette" meaning 'measured' or 'fixed', and "ham" meaning 'homestead' or 'village', suggesting a settlement with measured boundaries.

The surname Mettam is recorded in historical documents in various spellings including Mettum, Metam, and Mettem. It is believed that the surname first emerged in the medieval period, and its bearers were likely inhabitants of or had ancestral connections to Mettingham.

Throughout history, individuals with the surname Mettam have been found in various regions of England, particularly in East Anglia. Over time, some bearers of the name have spread to other parts of the United Kingdom as well as to different countries around the world.

The name Mettam has remained a relatively uncommon surname, but it holds significance for those who trace their ancestry to the village of Mettingham or its surrounding areas in Suffolk. As with many surnames, the history and legacy of the Mettam name continue to be a subject of interest for genealogists and those exploring their family heritage.

There are approximately 345 people named Mettam in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around five in a million people in Britain are named Mettam.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

Alan
Andrew
Christopher
David
Frank
Mark
Paul
Peter
Robert
Sam
Stephen

Female

Amanda
Doris
Elizabeth
Jane
Jessica
Joanne
Katie
Margaret
Nicola
Sarah

Similar and related surnames

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