Newnham
Early-attested site in the Parish of Ely Trinity
Historical Forms
- Newham, Neuenham c.1195 ElyE
- Newenham 1280 Rental 1457 Fenlandv
- Newnham 1283 ElyF
- Newnam 1450 Ct
Etymology
Newnham (6″) is Newham , Neuenham c. 1195ElyE , Newenham 1280Rental et freq to 1457 Fenland v, Newnham 1283ElyF , Newnam 1450Ct . 'New hām,' or possibly 'hamm ' v. nīwe .