Description:
The surname GANTHAM is of Anglo-Saxon origin. It is derived from the Old English pre 7th Century personal name Gant, which is of uncertain origin. It is likely to be a short form of a compound name with the first element Gadd, a pet form of the name Godwin. The surname was first recorded in the late 12th Century, and a Geoffrey Gant was listed in the 1221 Assize Court Rolls of Suffolk. Variations of the name include Gaunt, Gant, Gauntam, Gantam and Gantt. The culture and customs associated with the surname GANTHAM are likely to be those of the Anglo-Saxon people, who were the main inhabitants of England prior to the Norman Conquest of 1066. The Anglo-Saxons were a diverse group of people who spoke a variety of languages, including Old English and Old Norse. They were known for their strong sense of community and loyalty to their families and clans. Today, the surname GANTHAM is still found in many parts of the world, particularly in the United Kingdom and the United States. In the United States, the name is most commonly found in the states of Texas, Florida, and California.
