Graham: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: gra-hha-hm
Origin: United Kingdom
gender-male

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Updated on Aug 14, 2024 · 1 min read
Region Origin: Western Europe
Meaning: Grand

Graham is a masculine given name, usually used in English-speaking countries. It has its origins in the Anglo-French variation of the name of the town of Grantham in Lincolnshire, England. The name is derived from the Old English elements "grand," possibly meaning "gravel," and "ham," meaning "hamlet," which refers to small settlements larger than villages but smaller than towns. The name Graham has been used as both a surname and a given name. In the 12th century, the surname was taken from England to Scotland by Sir William de Graham, who founded Clan Graham. The surname later spread to Northern Ireland through settlers from Scotland and England in the 17th century. Due to its origin as a surname, it has also been used as a given name, such as in the case of Graham Cockburn, a daughter of Henry Cockburn, Lord Cockburn. The name has been consistently popular for over a century and is considered a traditional choice.

Graham Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Graham is currently #386 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Boy: Graham is currently #386 on Kiindred Boy Names
gender-male Overall Nature: Graham is currently #128 on Kiindred Nature Names
gender-male Boy Nature: Graham is currently #128 on Kiindred Boy Nature Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Graham is currently #383 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-male Boy Unique: Graham is currently #383 on Kiindred Boy Unique Names

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Famous People Named Graham

This section lists notable individuals and public figures named Graham, showcasing their achievements and contributions in various fields.

  • Graham Norton: Graham Norton is an Irish television and radio presenter, comedian, actor, and writer known for "The Graham Norton Show."
  • Graham McTavish: Graham McTavish is a Scottish actor known for his roles in "Outlander," "The Hobbit" trilogy, and "Preacher."

 

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