The baby name Farnam is a unisex name, 2 syllables long and is pronounced "FAR-nuhm".
Farnam is English in Origin.
Farnam is a name of English origin that means "dweller by the ferns". The name is derived from the Old English words "fearn" meaning fern and "ham" meaning home or settlement. Farnam is a surname that has been used as a first name in recent times. It is not a very common name and is mostly used in the United States.
The history of the name Farnam can be traced back to the Middle Ages when surnames were first used. It was a common practice to name people after the place they lived in or their occupation. Farnam was a name given to people who lived near ferns or in a place where ferns grew abundantly. The name was later used as a first name and has been in use since the 19th century.
Farnam is a unisex name, meaning it can be used for both boys and girls. The pronunciation of Farnam is FAHR-nam. The name has two syllables and is easy to pronounce. The name has a pleasant sound and is a good choice for parents who are looking for a unique name for their child. The components of the name Farnam are "fearn" meaning fern and "ham" meaning home or settlement.