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Wickham

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Type Surname (from location)
Usage English

Meaning & History

From any of various towns by this name in England, notably in Hampshire. They are derived from Old English wīc "village, town" (of Latin origin) and ham "home, settlement".

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Entry updated January 21, 2022

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