Beckam

Meaning & origin

Beckam is a modern respelling of Beckham, a surname turned first name that gained popularity following the international fame of soccer star David Beckham in the early 2000s. The name first appeared on U.S. records in 2003, and by its peak in 2014 it had climbed to rank 3,583. However, since 2015 its usage has been falling; in 2025 it was given to roughly 1 in 55,099 boys. Beckam fits the trend of using surname-inspired names and unconventional spellings, appealing to parents who want a name that sounds familiar but stands out. While it has not been concentrated in any particular state, it reflects a broader American preference for single-syllable nicknames like Beck.

Beckam is a modern respelling of the surname Beckham, which comes from a place name in England. The surname derives from Old English 'becca' (perhaps a personal name or 'hoe, mattock') and 'ham' (homestead, village). It may also mean 'dweller by the stream.' The name rose sharply in popularity after the fame of soccer player David Beckham, though alternative spellings like Beckam and Beckhem have emerged.