Laytham

Laytham is a surname of English origin. It is a locational name derived from a place name, likely lost or obscure, composed of the Old English elements "leah" meaning "wood, clearing, or meadow" and "ham" meaning "homestead, village, or enclosure." Thus, Laytham likely denoted someone who lived in or near a village or homestead located in a clearing or woodland.

The surname is relatively uncommon. Records of individuals bearing the name Laytham can be found in historical documents, such as parish registers and census records, primarily within England. The geographic distribution of the name may offer clues to the specific location from which it originated.

The surname has variations in spelling that may be encountered in historical records, although these are not necessarily common. Genealogical research might reveal further information about the origin and evolution of the Laytham family name.