Pelham Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Pelham Name at a Glance

Name	Pelham
Meaning	Derived from a British place name.
Origin	English
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Pelham Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Pelham means “Derived from a British place name”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Pelham Name Origin

Our database records Pelham under English origin. Browse more English baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Pelham a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Pelham is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Pelham

When considering Pelham for a baby, you may want to compare its recorded meaning and origin with family traditions, pronunciation, spelling, initials, middle names and how the full name sounds with the family name.