Whellams

The surname Whellams is of English origin and thought to be of occupational nature, derived from the Middle English word "whelm," meaning to overturn or submerge. The name may have been used to describe someone who worked as a well-sinker or well-digger.

Origin

The first recorded instances of the Whellams surname can be traced back to the county of Suffolk in East Anglia, England. The name has since spread to other parts of the United Kingdom and beyond.

Variants

Over time, the spelling of the surname Whellams has evolved, resulting in various spelling variants such as Whelham, Wellems, Welham, and Welhams.

Notable Individuals

The Whellams surname has been carried by various individuals across different generations. While there are no widely recognised figures associated with the name, it is still found among families in different regions.

Legacy

The Whellams surname, though less common today, continues to be of significance to those who bear it and serves as a reminder of the familial and occupational histories of its bearers.

In contemporary times, the Whellams name is part of the broader tapestry of British surnames, contributing to the rich cultural and historical heritage of the United Kingdom.

There are approximately 121 people named Whellams in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Whellams.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Bryan
  • Christopher
  • Daniel
  • David
  • Glenn
  • Ian
  • John
  • Jonathan
  • Mark
  • Neil
  • Paul
  • Peter
  • Ronald

Female

  • Christine
  • Florence
  • Gina
  • Isobel
  • Jean
  • Joan
  • Susan
  • Tracey
  • Tracy
  • Winifred

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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