TALLAMY
Tallamy
Tallamy is a British surname of English origin that dates back to the medieval period. The surname is believed to be derived from the Old English personal name "Tadda," which means fox, combined with "leah," meaning clearing or meadow. This suggests that those bearing the surname Tallamy might have been associated with a person living near a fox's den or in a place known for foxes.
The Tallamy surname is relatively rare and has been recorded in various forms over the centuries, including Talamy, Tallam, and Talamay. The distribution of the surname can be found primarily in southern England, particularly in counties such as Hampshire, Sussex, and Kent.
Individuals bearing the surname Tallamy have likely been part of local communities, engaged in occupations such as farming, trade, or skilled crafts. As with many surnames, the meaning and significance of Tallamy may have evolved over time, influenced by factors such as migration, intermarriage, and socio-economic changes.
Research into the history of the Tallamy surname continues to shed light on the diverse origins and connections of families bearing this name in the British Isles.
There are approximately 97 people named Tallamy in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around one in a million people in Britain are named Tallamy.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Adam
- David
- Gregory
- Ian
- Jeffrey
- John
- Martin
- Michael
- Neil
- Peter
- Ronald
- Shaun
- Stephen
Female
- Beryl
- Charlotte
- Clare
- Edith
- Kathleen
- Kay
- Rachel
- Sandra
- Susan
- Victoria
Similar and related surnames
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