Põhialam
Põhialam is a surname of Estonian origin. The name itself suggests a connection to the north or northern direction, as "põhja" in Estonian translates to "north" or "northward." The suffix "alam" can be interpreted in various ways, potentially relating to concepts like "lower," "under," or "subject." Therefore, the surname might have originated from a geographical location in the north, or perhaps described someone who lived in a northern, lower-lying area.
Like many surnames, Põhialam likely emerged during the period when surnames became mandatory in Estonia, often