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Wickham

WIH-kuhm

Wickham (name) means an English surname and place name meaning "settlement by the bend," also used as a given name. Example: “Wickham is a common surname in southern England.”

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An English surname and place name meaning "settlement by the bend," also used as a given name.
"Wickham is a common surname in southern England."

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Wickhams plural

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Etymology

From Middle English Wicham, Wikham, from Old English wīċ (“village”) + hām (“homestead”). Doublet of Wycombe.

Origin: Middle English

Frequently asked questions

What does “Wickham” mean?

The word “Wickham” means an English surname and place name meaning "settlement by the bend," also used as a given name.

How do you pronounce “Wickham”?

“Wickham” is pronounced WIH-kuhm (/ˈwɪkəm/ in IPA).

How do you use “Wickham” in a sentence?

Here is “Wickham” used in a sentence: “Wickham is a common surname in southern England.”

What part of speech is “Wickham”?

“Wickham” is a name.

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