THAM
Tham
Tham is a British surname of Anglo-Saxon origin that can be traced back to the early medieval period in England. The surname is believed to have derived from the Old English word "þorn" which means thorn. It is thought to have been used as a nickname for someone who lived near a thorn bush or had a prickly or stubborn personality.
The earliest recordings of the surname Tham date back to the 13th century in ancient manuscripts and church records. Over the centuries, the spelling of the surname has evolved from Tham to variations such as Thame and Thamm.
Throughout history, bearers of the surname Tham have been noted in various records, including land deeds, wills, and census documents. The surname has been primarily associated with families in regions across England, particularly in the southern counties.
Today, the surname Tham is relatively rare but can still be found in some parts of England and other English-speaking countries. It remains a symbol of the rich history and heritage of the Anglo-Saxon people.
There are approximately 344 people named Tham in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around five in a million people in Britain are named Tham.
Region of origin: Asia
Country of origin: China
Language of origin: Chinese
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Brian
- Casper
- Charles
- Christopher
- John
- Jonathan
- Kin
- Kok
- Peng
- Richard
- Thomas
- Wai
- Wei
Female
- Alexandra
- Anh
- Christiana
- Chun
- Cynthia
- Ellen
- Jaime
- Jean
- Jennifer
- Mun
- Penelope
- Qian
- Susan
- Thi
- Yi
Similar and related surnames
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