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Bonham

♂ Boy

Pronounced BON-um /ˈbɒn.əm/Medium

Meaning: Bonham is an English surname, likely from Anglo-Norman 'bon homme' ('good man') or from a place name. Its first-name use is modern and rare, and it is widely recognized through drummer John Bonham and actress Helena Bonham Carter.Low

In 30 seconds: A sturdy surname name: Bonham likely means 'good man' (said 'BON-um'). Familiar through John Bonham and Helena Bonham Carter.
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Origin MediumEnglish
MeaningBonham is an English surname, likely from Anglo-Norman 'bon homme' ('good man') or from a place name. Its first-name use is modern and rare, and it is widely recognized through drummer John Bonham and actress Helena Bonham Carter.
U.S. rank (2024)#12549 ↘ Falling
2024 U.S. births5 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year2014
Total births (all-time)≈ 102

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 201420082024

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Bonham is an English surname, likely from Anglo-Norman 'good man' or a place name. Its given-name use is modern and uncommon, its recognition tied to drummer John Bonham and actress Helena Bonham Carter. A solid, surname-style two-beat name (said 'BON-um').

It is very rare as a first name for boys in the U.S. Rare, surname-style, and sturdy.

Did you know? Bonham is an English surname likely from 'bon homme' — 'good man' — carried into fame by Led Zeppelin's drummer John Bonham and actress Helena Bonham Carter. As a first name it feels strong and rare, which we note (said 'BON-um').
Overall data confidence 50%
References — Bonham — English surname 'good man'; John Bonham, Helena Bonham Carter

Variations

BonnemBonum

Nicknames

BoBonny

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Bonham mean?

Bonham is an English surname likely meaning 'good man,' or from a place name.

How do you pronounce Bonham?

It's said BON-um /ˈbɒn.əm/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Bonham a boy or girl name?

Here Bonham is used as a boy's name.

How popular is Bonham?

Bonham is very rare as a first name for boys in the U.S.

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