Tatam

Tatam is a British surname with English origins. The surname is believed to have derived from the medieval personal name "Tatamac," itself a variation of the name "Thomas." The name "Thomas" comes from the Aramaic term meaning "twin."

The Tatam surname is predominantly found in the southern regions of England, particularly in areas such as Hampshire, Wiltshire, and Oxfordshire. Throughout history, individuals bearing the Tatam surname have been associated with various professions and vocations, including agriculture, trade, and craftsmanship.

The Tatam family name has likely evolved over the centuries through spelling variations and regional accents, leading to the different forms seen today.

Today, individuals with the surname Tatam can be found across the United Kingdom and in other parts of the world, carrying on the heritage and traditions associated with this venerable English surname.

There are approximately 417 people named Tatam in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around six in a million people in Britain are named Tatam.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Andrew
  • Anthony
  • Christopher
  • David
  • John
  • Lee
  • Mark
  • Michael
  • Paul
  • Peter
  • Stephen
  • Stewart

Female

  • Deborah
  • Elizabeth
  • Emma
  • Jacqueline
  • Jayne
  • Joanne
  • Lucy
  • Margaret
  • Nicola
  • Rebecca
  • Sarah

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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