Graham
Meaning of Graham
The name Graham is a classic male name of Scottish origin, derived from the surname which itself comes from the Old English elements "grā," meaning "gravel," and "hām," meaning "homestead" or "village." Pronounced as GRAY-uhm (/ɡreɪəm/), Graham has long been associated with strength and reliability. The name has been steadily popular in the United States, consistently ranking within the top 500 names for boys over the past century. In recent years, it has climbed higher in the rankings, reaching a peak at 140th place in 2023 with 2,533 occurrences. A notable variation of this name is Graeme, often seen in British contexts. Famous bearers of the name include Alexander Graham Bell, inventor of the telephone, and renowned television chef Graham Kerr. With its rich history and timeless appeal, Graham remains a favored choice for parents seeking a strong yet elegant name for their baby boy.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as GRAY-uhm (/ɡreɪəm/)
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Notable People Named Graham
| Graham Cyril Kennedy AO was a renowned Australian entertainer, comedian, and variety performer known for his work in radio, theatre, television, and film, often referred to as "Gra Gra." |
| Henry Graham Greene was a prominent English writer and journalist, widely recognized as one of the foremost novelists of the 20th century. |
| Graham Norton, also known as Graham William Walker, is an Irish comedian, actor, author, and television host, best known for his award-winning work on The Graham Norton Show. |
| Graham Chapman was a British actor, comedian, and writer known for his roles in Monty Python and the Holy Grail and Life of Brian. |
| Graham William Nash is an English-American musician, singer, and songwriter known for his light tenor voice and his contributions to the bands the Hollies and Crosby, Stills & Nash. |
| Graham Hancock is a British writer known for promoting pseudoscientific theories about ancient civilizations and lost lands. |
| Graham Parker is an English singer-songwriter and the lead singer of the band Graham Parker & the Rumour. |
| Sir Graham Thornicroft is a renowned British psychiatrist, researcher, and Professor of Community Psychiatry at King's College London, known for his work on community mental health services, stigma and discrimination, and global mental health. |
| Sir Graham Stuart Brady is a long-serving British politician and member of the Conservative Party, known for his role as Chairman of the 1922 Committee. |
| William Graham Richards FLSW is a renowned chemist and former head of the department of chemistry at the University of Oxford. |
| Graham David Fellows is an English actor and musician, famous for his 1978 hit single "Jilted John" and the creation of the comedic character John Shuttleworth in 1986. |
| Graham Paul Thorpe is a former English cricketer known for his left-handed batting and fielding skills, having played 100 Test matches for England and domestically for Surrey. |
| Graham Stuart Thomas was an English horticulturist known for his work with garden roses, restoration of National Trust gardens, and authoring 19 classic gardening books. |
| Graham Elliot Bowles is a renowned American chef, restaurateur, and reality TV personality, known for his James Beard Award nominations and being named one of Food & Wine's "Best New Chefs." |
| Graham Nash is a record-breaking champion on Countdown and also appeared on Grand Slam. |
