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Burnham

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Name — An English habitational surname and place name meaning "homestead by the stream."

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Etymology

From Old English burna ("stream") + hām ("homestead").

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Burnham” mean?

The word “Burnham” means an English habitational surname and place name meaning "homestead by the stream.".

How do you pronounce “Burnham”?

“Burnham” is pronounced bur-nuhm (/ˈbɝnəm/ in IPA).

How do you use “Burnham” in a sentence?

Here is “Burnham” used in a sentence: “They spent the weekend in Burnham-on-Sea.”

What part of speech is “Burnham”?

“Burnham” is a name.

Where does the word “Burnham” come from?

The word “Burnham” comes from Old English. From Old English burna ("stream") + hām ("homestead").

Is “Burnham” a common word?

“Burnham” is an uncommon word in modern English.

Related words

Burnam

Nearby words

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