What does the surname Branham mean?

The surname Branham means "Homestead or settlement by a stream or burn.". It is of English origin.

How common is the Branham surname?

There are approximately 4,500 people with the surname Branham in the United States.

Are there Branham soldiers in Civil War records?

Yes, 259 soldiers with the Branham surname appear in Civil War records.

Branham

Topographic

Meaning

Homestead or settlement by a stream or burn.

Etymology

Derived from Old English 'bran' or 'brān' (a stream or burn) combined with 'ham' (homestead, settlement). The surname originates from English place names describing settlements near watercourses.

About the Branham Surname

An English topographic surname describing settlements near streams. The name became established in colonial America and remains relatively uncommon.

Distribution & Frequency

Estimated 4,500 bearers in the United States #1,937 most common surname

Rare Common

Found in England and North America, with notable presence in the southern United States.

Branham Surname Distribution

Geographic distribution based on Civil War military records.

Fewer

People with the Branham Surname

Lucy Branham

Quick Facts

Origin: English
Classification: Topographic
Earliest Record: 14th century
Estimated Bearers: 4,500

War Records

259 soldiers with the Branham surname found in Civil War records.

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