Denholm (surname)

Denholm is a surname of Scottish and English origin.

Origin and Meaning:

The surname Denholm is a habitational name, derived from places called Denholm in Roxburghshire, Scotland and in Norfolk, England. The Scottish Denholm is believed to derive from the Old English elements "denu" meaning "valley" and "holm" meaning "island" or "water meadow". Therefore, the name refers to a settlement located in a valley island or water meadow. The Norfolk Denholm likely has a similar etymology, referencing a valley settlement on relatively flat, waterlogged land.

Distribution:

The surname is more common in Scotland and England, reflecting its origins in those regions. While not a particularly widespread surname, it can be found in other English-speaking countries due to migration and emigration.

Notable People:

• It is important to note that the appearance of a name on this list does not denote notability.

• (List of notable people with the surname Denholm if examples are readily available and verifyable.)

Variations:

Variations of the name, though less common, may include Denholme.

See Also:

• Place names derived from similar Old English roots.