ODLUM
Odlum
The surname Odlum is of Anglo-Saxon origin and is believed to have derived from the Old English personal name "Odla", meaning descendant of Odla. The name can also be traced back to the pre 7th century word "od(l)", which translates to "wealth" or "prosperity". Over time, the name morphed into various forms such as Odling, Odlin, and finally Odlum.
The Odlum family can be predominantly found in England, particularly in the southern regions. The name has historically been associated with individuals engaged in agricultural or farming professions. Members of the Odlum family have often been recorded as farmers, landowners, or labourers in historical records.
The distribution of the Odlum surname in the United Kingdom is relatively low, with concentrations observed in areas such as Hampshire, Sussex, and Kent. The name has also been carried across the Atlantic to regions such as Canada and the United States as a result of migration.
Notable individuals bearing the Odlum surname have made contributions to various fields, including academia, arts, and entrepreneurship. The historical significance of the Odlum family is a testament to the enduring legacy of this British surname.
There are approximately 158 people named Odlum in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Odlum.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Anthony
- Christopher
- David
- Gary
- John
- Matthew
- Michael
- Paul
- Robert
- William
Female
- Delia
- Jane
- Julie
- Kathleen
- Kerry
- Michelle
- Penelope
- Ruth
- Stephanie
- Tracey