Gorham
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Gorham is a boy’s name of Germanic origin, meaning “An English surname, from a Germanic origin, possibly meaning 'gloom home' or 'dirty home'.”, and peaked in popularity in 1938.
What Gorham Means
“An English surname, from a Germanic origin, possibly meaning 'gloom home' or 'dirty home'.”
The Story of Gorham
A name with a solid, grounded feel, promising steadfastness and resourceful determination.
Gorham is an English surname of Germanic origin, possibly meaning 'gloom home' or 'dirty home.' First appearing as a given name in 1938, it carries a sense of practical resilience.
You imagine your son as a steady and resourceful individual, patient and determined in his pursuits. This name suggests a practical nature, someone who is grounded and capable.
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Peak Year
#5 in 1938
Total Births
5
First Recorded
1938
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