TheNameDBDebnam
TopographicMeaning
From the valley of the Deb or from Debnam place.
Etymology
Derived from Old English 'deb' (possibly a personal name or water feature) combined with 'ham' (homestead, settlement). The surname likely originated as a locational reference to a settlement in a valley or near a water feature.
About the Debnam Surname
An English locational surname derived from Old English elements indicating a settlement or homestead. The name appears to be primarily associated with East Anglia and remains relatively uncommon.
Distribution
Found primarily in England, particularly in East Anglia, and among English-speaking populations.
Notable Bearers
Uncertain; this is an obscure surname with limited documented notable bearers