Windham

English

"from the windy village"

Windham Origin and Meaning

The name Windham is a boy's name.

Windham is a masculine name of English origin, derived from a place name meaning 'home by the windy hill' or 'windy homestead' in Old English. This distinctive surname-turned-first-name carries associations with nature and the outdoors through its wind element. Historically used as a family name in England, Windham has the distinguished feel common to many surname-to-first-name conversions. While not widely used as a given name, it offers parents seeking an uncommon choice a name with substantial history and clear English roots. Windham conveys a sense of tradition and refinement with its two-syllable structure and distinctive sound. It might appeal to those drawn to other nature-influenced or place-based names.

Famous People Named Windham

• Windham Lawrence Rotunda aka Bray Wyatt American pro wrestler

The name Windham in Pop Culture

• Windham Connecticut
• Windham Maine
• Windham New Hampshire
• Windham Hill Records subsidiary of Sony Music Entertainment specializing in acoustic, new age, and folk music