About Hames
The surname Hames is of English origin and is derived from the medieval given name "Hamo," which itself is a short form of the Germanic name "Haimric." The name Hames signifies "home ruler" or "ruler of the estate," with "ham" meaning "home" and "ric" meaning "ruler" or "king." It is likely that the surname Hames was originally a nickname or occupational name given to someone who held a position of authority or had a connection to a particular estate or household.
The surname Hames is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Hames based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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Here's how to represent the name "Hames" using braille for the visually impaired.
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