Summary

The surname LAM is believed to have originated from China and is most commonly found among people of Chinese descent. It is one of the most ancient and frequently occurring surnames in China, with a rich history dating back thousands of years.
There are
55554
Lams in the USA
Lam is the
611st
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Lam

VincentLam

Vincent Lam is a Canadian physician and writer known for his award-winning debut novel, 'Bloodletting and Miraculous Cures,' which explores the lives of medical students and doctors in Toronto.

DavidLam

David Lam was a Hong Kong-born Canadian businessman and politician who served as the Lieutenant Governor of British Columbia from 1988 to 1995. He was the first person of Chinese descent to hold this office.

LamWing-kee

Lam Wing-kee is a Hong Kong bookseller who was detained by Chinese authorities for selling banned books. He became a prominent figure in the pro-democracy movement in Hong Kong.

GlendaLam

Glenda Lam is a New Zealand politician who served as a Member of Parliament from 2000 to 2008. She was the first Chinese-born member of parliament in New Zealand.

AnnaMay

Anna May Wong was an American actress and the first Chinese American Hollywood film star. She achieved international recognition for her roles in both silent and sound films.

EstherNgan-Ling

Esther Ngan-Ling Chow is a renowned sociologist and feminist scholar who has made significant contributions to the field of gender studies and research on Chinese diaspora communities.

MichaelLam

Michael Lam is a Hong Kong-born American composer known for his orchestral and chamber music compositions. He has received numerous awards for his work.

DorisLam

Doris Lam is a Hong Kong-born Canadian designer known for her innovative fashion designs and sustainable approaches to the fashion industry.

LamChing-ying

Lam Ching-ying was a Hong Kong actor and martial artist known for his roles in classic Hong Kong martial arts films, particularly his portrayal of the Taoist priest in the 'Mr. Vampire' film series.

WilfredLam

Wilfred Lam is a Cuban Chinese artist known for his surrealist paintings and as one of the leading figures of the modern art movement in Cuba.

Lam Genealogy

OriginsThe surname 'Lam' is of Chinese origin and is one of the most common surnames in Guangdong province, China. It is also found in other Chinese-speaking regions.
Geographic DistributionThe surname 'Lam' is widely distributed among Chinese communities worldwide, particularly in China, Hong Kong, Macau, Taiwan, Singapore, and Southeast Asian countries with significant Chinese populations.
VariationsVariations of the surname 'Lam' include 'Lamb,' 'Limm,' 'Lumm,' 'Lomba,' 'Lambs,' and 'Lambe.'
Migration and ImmigrationPeople with the surname 'Lam' have migrated and immigrated to various countries, including Canada, the United States, Australia, New Zealand, and the United Kingdom, seeking better opportunities and to join existing Chinese diaspora communities.