WHITLAM
Whitlam
Whitlam is a surname of English origin, derived from the Old English words "hwit" meaning white and "hlam" meaning hill. The surname is classified as a toponymic surname, indicating that the original bearer hailed from a place named Whitlam or a similar locality.
Distribution and Origin
The distribution of individuals with the surname Whitlam is primarily concentrated in the United Kingdom, particularly in regions with historical connections to Anglo-Saxon settlements. The surname may also be found in former British colonies such as Australia and Canada, due to migration patterns from the UK.
Notable Individuals
- Gough Whitlam (1916-2014): Edward Gough Whitlam was an Australian politician who served as the 21st Prime Minister of Australia from 1972 to 1975. He was a key figure in Australian social and political history, implementing significant reforms during his time in office.
Variants
Variants of the Whitlam surname may include Whitlum, Whitlamme, or Witlom, reflecting historical variations in spelling and pronunciation.
References
- Reaney, P.H. (2005). A Dictionary of English Surnames. Oxford University Press.
- Hanks, P., & Hodges, F. (1988). A Dictionary of Surnames. Oxford University Press.
The surname Whitlam carries a rich history and heritage, documenting the ancestral ties of individuals bearing this distinctive English surname.
There are approximately 648 people named Whitlam in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around ten in a million people in Britain are named Whitlam.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Craig
- David
- Gye
- James
- John
- Mark
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Robert
- Stephen
Female
- Barbara
- Claire
- Dorothy
- Hayley
- Julie
- Kathleen
- Margaret
- Pamela
- Patricia
- Sarah