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Beckham

“Becca's homestead or hemmed-in land”

About the name Beckham

Beckham is an English surname and place name, originating from villages in Norfolk. The name is derived from the Old English personal name Becca combined with ‘ham’, meaning ‘homestead’ or ‘village’. Thus, Beckham likely means ‘Becca’s homestead’ or ‘Becca’s hemmed-in land’. The surname became widely recognized through David Beckham, the English footballer known for his career with Manchester United and the England national team. Beckham has been adopted as a given name in recent decades, influenced by the footballer’s prominence.

Meaning
Becca's homestead or hemmed-in land
Origin
English
Gender
Boy
Pronunciation
BEK-um(2 syl.)

Variants and spellings

  • Beckam

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Middle names for Beckham

  • Beckham James
  • Beckham Alexander
  • Beckham Michael
  • Beckham Thomas
  • Beckham Lee

Questions about Beckham

What does Beckham mean?
Beckham is an English name meaning "Becca's homestead or hemmed-in land".
How do you pronounce Beckham?
Beckham is pronounced BEK-um, with emphasis on the first syllable.
What are variants of Beckham?
Variants of Beckham include Beckam.

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