There are
224
Whethams in the USA
Whetham is the
83834th
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Whetham

JohnWhetham

John Whetham was a British mathematician and physicist known for his contributions to the field of fluid dynamics during the 19th century.

MaryWhetham

Mary Whetham was an English suffragist and women's rights activist, advocating for equal voting rights for women in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

RobertWhetham

Robert Whetham was an influential British architect known for his designs of public buildings and churches in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

ElizabethWhetham

Elizabeth Whetham was a pioneer in the field of medical research, making significant advances in the understanding of infectious diseases in the early 20th century.

JamesWhetham

James Whetham was a renowned British historian and author, specializing in the study of medieval Europe and the history of the British Isles.

Whetham Genealogy

OriginsThe Whetham surname has its origins in England, specifically in the county of Wiltshire. It is believed to be derived from a place name, possibly meaning 'wheat home' or 'home by the wheat fields'.
Geographic DistributionThe Whetham surname is most commonly found in the United Kingdom, particularly in the county of Wiltshire where it originated. It is also present in other parts of England and may have some presence in countries with historical connections to England.
VariationsVariations of the Whetham surname include Whethan, Whatham, and Wheathem.
Migration and ImmigrationThere is limited information available about the migration and immigration history of the Whetham family.