About Lame
The surname Lame is of English origin and is derived from the Old English word "lame," meaning "crippled" or "limping." It was likely originally used as a nickname for someone who had a physical disability or walked with a limp. Over time, this nickname evolved into a hereditary surname, passed down through generations. Today, individuals with the surname Lame may or may not have any physical disability, as surnames often lose their original literal meanings over time.
The surname Lame is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Lame 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 Lame is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Lame in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Lame using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.