NAM
Nam
Nam is a British surname of Vietnamese origin. It is believed to have been adopted by individuals who migrated to the United Kingdom from Vietnam, possibly as a result of wars and political upheavals that afflicted the region. The surname Nam is a common Vietnamese name meaning "south", and it is often used to indicate one's origin from southern Vietnam.
In recent years, the surname Nam has become more prevalent in the UK as a reflection of the increasing cultural diversity and migration patterns within the country. Individuals with the surname Nam may have ancestral ties to Vietnam, and the name serves as a reminder of their heritage and origins.
As with many surnames of foreign origin, the surname Nam contributes to the rich tapestry of multiculturalism in the United Kingdom, highlighting the diverse backgrounds of its inhabitants and the blending of different cultural influences within British society.
There are approximately 309 people named Nam in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around five in a million people in Britain are named Nam.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Chor
- David
- Kwai
- Maxim
- Me
- Michael
- Nigel
- Paul
- Philip
- Robert
- Sang
- Sidney
- Stephen
- Steve
Female
- Elizabeth
- Helena
- Holly
- Jessica
- Julie
- Kam
- Maria
- Pauline
- Susan
- Ting