Windham
Meaning of Windham
Originating from Old English, the name Windham has a strong and distinguished history. It is derived from the Old English words "wind" meaning "wind" and "ham" meaning "homestead" or "enclosure." The name Windham is primarily associated with its English pronunciation, pronounced as WIN-dum (/wɪn-dəm/). Variations of the name include Windom. In recent years, the popularity of the name Windham in the United States has been on a steady rise. In 2021, it was given to 9 newborn boys, ranking at 8142. With its unique sound and rich heritage, Windham makes for an exceptional choice for parents seeking a distinctive and meaningful name for their baby boy.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as WIN-dum (/wɪn-dəm/)
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Notable People Named Windham
| Windham Wyndham-Quin, 4th Earl of Dunraven and Mount-Earl - Windham Thomas Wyndham-Quin, 4th Earl of Dunraven and Mount-Earl, was an Anglo-Irish journalist, landowner, entrepreneur, sportsman, and Conservative politician who served as Under-Secretary of State for the Colonies and played a significant role in the Boer War. |
| Windham Wyndham-Quin, 5th Earl of Dunraven and Mount-Earl - Colonel Windham Henry Wyndham-Quin, 5th Earl of Dunraven and Mount-Earl was an Irish Peer, British Army officer, and a Conservative Member of Parliament for South Glamorganshire from 1895 to 1906. |
