About Birchum
The surname Birchum is of English origin and is derived from the Old English word "birce" meaning "birch tree" and the suffix "-ham" meaning "homestead" or "village." Therefore, the surname Birchum likely originated as a locational surname, referring to someone who lived near or worked at a place where birch trees were abundant. It is also possible that the surname could have been a nickname for someone with a connection to birch trees, such as someone who lived near a prominent birch tree or had a birch-like appearance.
The surname Birchum is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Birchum based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
Ranking information for the surname Birchum is not currently available.
Here's how to represent the name "Birchum" using braille for the visually impaired.
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