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Dunham

DUH-nuhm

Dunham (name) means a surname of Old English origin. Example: “Dunham is Barack Obama's mother's maiden name.”

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A surname of Old English origin.
"Dunham is Barack Obama's mother's maiden name."

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Dunhams plural

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Etymology

A habitational surname from Old English dūn ("hill") + hām ("homestead").

Origin: Old English

Frequently asked questions

What does “Dunham” mean?

The word “Dunham” means a surname of Old English origin.

How do you pronounce “Dunham”?

“Dunham” is pronounced DUH-nuhm (/ˈdʌnəm/ in IPA).

How do you use “Dunham” in a sentence?

Here is “Dunham” used in a sentence: “Dunham is Barack Obama's mother's maiden name.”

What part of speech is “Dunham”?

“Dunham” is a name.

Where does the word “Dunham” come from?

The word “Dunham” comes from Old English. A habitational surname from Old English dūn ("hill") + hām ("homestead").

Is “Dunham” a common word?

“Dunham” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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