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Windham Pronunciation
Windham is pronounced WIND-əm /ˈwɪnd.əm/High
Meaning: From an English place-name/surname — Old English, 'Wina's homestead' (a friend's home), or 'the windy hamlet'; routes layeredLow
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History & Origin
Windham comes from an English place-name and surname (also Wyndham) — Old English, 'Wina's homestead' (Wina, 'friend', plus ham, 'home'), or 'the windy hamlet' (routes layered, which we note). A crisp, distinguished surname-name; nickname Win.
It registers thinly as a first name. Rare, Wina's-homestead at the root, and distinguished.
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How do you pronounce Windham?
Windham is pronounced WIND-əm (/ˈwɪnd.əm/). Press play above to hear Windham said aloud.
How do you say Windham?
Windham is said WIND-əm (/ˈwɪnd.əm/). Press play above to hear Windham said aloud.
What does the name Windham mean?
Windham is English for 'Wina's homestead' or 'the windy hamlet'; the routes are layered.
Is Windham a boy or girl name?
Windham is a boy's name.
How popular is Windham?
Windham is a rare name in the U.S.