NEASHAM
Neasham
Neasham is a British surname that has its origins in the North East of England, particularly in the County Durham area. The name is of locational origin, derived from the village of Neasham near Darlington in County Durham. The village itself takes its name from the Old English words "nēowe" meaning new and "ham" meaning homestead or village, indicating a new settlement in the area.
The Neasham surname is believed to have been adopted by families who either hailed from the village of Neasham or had some association with the area. As was common in the Middle Ages, people adopted surnames based on their place of origin, occupation, or personal characteristics.
The earliest recorded instances of the Neasham surname date back to the 16th century in County Durham parish records. Over the centuries, the surname has spread to other parts of the United Kingdom and beyond as individuals migrated for various reasons such as work, trade, or military service.
Today, individuals bearing the surname Neasham can be found across the UK and in other English-speaking countries. As with many surnames, variations in spelling such as Nesham or Neesham may exist due to factors such as regional accents, dialects, or clerical errors in records.
The Neasham surname carries a rich history and cultural significance, reflecting the diverse tapestry of British surnames and their origins.
There are approximately 531 people named Neasham in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around eight in a million people in Britain are named Neasham.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Bernard
- Christopher
- David
- Derek
- James
- John
- Matthew
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Richard
- Robert
- Stephen
Female
- Adele
- Ann
- Christine
- Dorothy
- Kathryn
- Laura
- Margaret
- Michelle
- Sarah
- Susan