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Where did the last name Stidham come from?

Stidham is a surname of English origin. It is derived from the Old English personal name "Stydemund", which was composed of the elements "styde", meaning "pride" or "glory", and "mund", meaning "protection" or "guardian". The name Stidham was first recorded in the 13th century, and it is believed to have originated in the county of Norfolk, England. The name Stidham is also associated with the town of Stidham in the county of Hampshire, England.