Palm

The surname Palm is of English origin and is derived from the Old English word "palme", which referred to the palm tree or palm branch. The name may have originally been used to describe someone who lived near a palm tree or who worked with palm trees.

The Palm surname is found throughout the United Kingdom, with notable concentrations in areas such as Devon, Cornwall, and Yorkshire. The first recorded instance of the surname dates back to the 13th century.

Variants of the surname Palm include Palme and Palmer. Many famous individuals bearing the Palm surname have made significant contributions to British society in various fields, including literature, art, and politics.

Overall, the Palm surname is a significant part of British heritage and continues to be passed down through generations, serving as a reminder of the country's rich linguistic and cultural history.

There are approximately 191 people named Palm in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around three in a million people in Britain are named Palm.

Origin: Scandinavian

Region of origin: Europe

Country of origin: Sweden

Religion of origin: Christian

Language of origin: Swedish

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Albert
  • Andreas
  • Dirk
  • Edward
  • Henry
  • James
  • Peter
  • Pieter
  • Roland
  • Stuart
  • Thomas
  • Wystan

Female

  • Alice
  • Amanda
  • Jennifer
  • Karen
  • Maria
  • Mary
  • Nancy
  • Selina
  • Susan
  • Tracy

Similar and related surnames

Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.

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