Needham
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Needham is a boy’s name of English origin, meaning “An English place name and surname, derived from Old English 'nēod,' meaning 'need' or 'desire,' and 'hām,' meaning 'homestead' or 'village.'”, and peaked in popularity in 1923.
What Needham Means
“An English place name and surname, derived from Old English 'nēod,' meaning 'need' or 'desire,' and 'hām,' meaning 'homestead' or 'village.'”
The Story of Needham
In the quietest corners of England, a name was formed from the very essence of home and desire.
Needham is an English place name and surname, derived from the Old English 'nēod,' meaning 'need' or 'desire,' combined with 'hām,' meaning 'homestead' or 'village.' It first appeared in records in 1884.
This name for your son speaks of belonging and groundedness. He will be the anchor of your family, a dependable presence who fulfills a deep need for stability and warmth in your lives.
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Peak Year
#15 in 1923
Total Births
328
First Recorded
1884
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