Freame

Freame is a surname of English origin. It is believed to derive from a topographical name, possibly referring to someone who lived near a frame or a boundary, or from a medieval occupational name for a carpenter or builder involved in constructing frames. The name has a long history in various English counties.

Records of the Freame surname appear in historical documents dating back centuries, indicating its presence in England throughout medieval times and beyond. Variations in spelling may have occurred over time due to regional dialects and transcription practices in historical records.

While the exact origins and prevalence of the Freame surname are not extensively documented in readily available public records, it is a surname found among individuals in the United Kingdom and in countries with historical ties to British migration. Like many surnames, its geographical distribution and frequency can offer insights into historical settlement patterns. Information regarding notable individuals bearing the Freame surname is dispersed and would typically require more specialized genealogical research.