PERRIAM
Perriam
Perriam is a surname of English origin, predominantly found in the South West of England. The surname is derived from the Old English personal name "Perry" or "Peter", combined with "ham", meaning homestead or village. Therefore, Perriam can be interpreted to mean "Peter's homestead" or "Peter's village".
The Perriam family name has been recorded in various historical documents dating back to the Middle Ages. Individuals with the surname Perriam were predominantly found in counties such as Devon and Cornwall, where they were often involved in local agricultural or trade activities.
Over the centuries, the Perriam surname has seen variations in spelling, including Perram, Perham, Perrum, and Perrium. This variation is typical of many English surnames, influenced by factors such as regional dialects and literacy levels.
Today, individuals with the surname Perriam can be found across the United Kingdom and in other parts of the world, often having migrated as part of the British diaspora. The name continues to hold significance for those interested in genealogy and family history.
Overall, the surname Perriam carries a rich heritage rooted in English history and serves as a marker of familial identity and heritage for those who bear it.
Typical given names associated with the Perriam surname
Male
- Andrew
- Anthony
- Barry
- Brian
- Christopher
- John
- Lee
- Paul
- Richard
- Robert
- Stephen
Female
- Faye
- Helen
- Jacqueline
- Joan
- Justine
- Sarah
- Susan
- Tracey
- Valerie
- Victoria
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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There are approximately 308 people named Perriam in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around five in a million people in Britain are named Perriam.
