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The name Ham is of Hebrew origin and is typically given to Boys. It is associated with the Hindu religion. Numerologically, Ham is often linked to the number 4.
Ham Name Meaning, Origin, Numerology, Rashi & More
What does the name Ham mean? What is the meaning of the name Ham
Meaning of Ham: Name Ham in the Hebrew origin, means Home, Heads, Chief, Warm or Hot. Name Ham is of Hebrew origin and is a Boy name. People with name Ham are usually Hindu by religion.
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Ham
Meaning
Home, Heads, Chief, Warm or Hot
Pronunciation
Characters
1 word with 3 characters
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H-A-M
Phonetic
Pythagorean Numerology
4
Indian Vedic Numerology
4
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Famous people with name Ham (Namesakes)
Famous People Named Ham Do you know a notable person named Ham? We'd love to hear about them. Share the details and we'll update our records!
- Ken Ham
Kenneth Alfred Ham (born 20 October 1951) is an Australian born Christian fundamentalist, young Earth creationist and apologist, living in the United States.
- Jack Ham
Jack Raphael Ham Jr. (born December 23, 1948) is an American former professional football player who was an outside linebacker for the Pittsburgh Steelers of the National Football League (NFL) from 1971 to 1982.
- Darvin Ham
Darvin Ham (born July 23, 1973) is an American retired professional basketball player and is currently working as the top assistant coach for the Milwaukee Bucks of the National Basketball Association (NBA).
- Kenneth Ham
Kenneth Todd "Hock" Ham (born December 12, 1964) is a retired American astronaut and a captain in the United States Navy.
- Carter Ham
Carter F. Ham (born February 16, 1952) is a retired United States Army general who served as the second commander of United States Africa Command.
- Rajesh Hamal
Rajesh Hamal ( Listen , born June 9 1964 in Tansen, Palpa, Nepal) is a Nepali film actor, singer, model, and television host.
- Matthew Ham
Matthew Ham (born 25 July 1983) is an Australian goalkeeper.
- Naseem Hamed
Naseem Hamed (Arabic: نسيم حميد; born 12 February 1974), commonly known as "Prince" Naseem or "Naz", is a British former professional boxer who competed from 1992 to 2002.
- Seo Hee Ham
Seo Hee Ham or Seohee Ham (Korean: 함서희 ham seo-hi [ham sʌhi]; born (1987-03-08)March 8, 1987, written Ham Seo-Hee in Korean order) is a female South Korean mixed martial artist and kickboxer.
- Donhee Ham
Donhee Ham (Hangul: 함돈희; Hanja: 咸燉憙; born January 8, 1974) is a Gordon McKay Professor of Applied Physics and Electrical Engineering at Harvard University.
- C. J. Ham
Cortez Thaddeus Ham Jr. (born July 22, 1993) is an American football fullback for the Minnesota Vikings of the National Football League (NFL).
- Ham Yeong-jun
Ham Yeong-jun (Korean: 함영준; born 4 May 1997) is a South Korean footballer currently playing as a midfielder for Gifu.
- Anastasiy
- Anara
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Ham - Nakshatra (Birth Star) & Rashi
Punarvasu Nakshatra (Birth Star) - Characteristics and Details
The Nakshatra associated with the name Ham is Punarvasu. The Nakshatra Punarvasu of the name Ham is connected to the deity Aditi (Mother of Gods), and is ruled by the Jupiter. The symbol for Ham is Bow & Arrow, and it is characterized by Renewal, Restoration. This name is connected to the element Water and embodies the Optimistic, Receptive.| name | Punarvasu |
|---|---|
| Deity | Aditi (Mother of Gods) |
| Ruling Planet | Jupiter |
| Symbol | Bow & Arrow |
| Primary Quality | Renewal, Restoration |
| Element | Water |
| Nature | Optimistic, Receptive |
Numerology of Ham
Numerology for Ham - Number 4 (Pythagorean Numerology)
Baby Name Ham Numerology: Name Ham has a number value of 4 as per Pythagorean Numerology (Western Numerology), its advised that you also calculate 'number value' of name by entering full name in our Name Numerology Calculator.
| Numerology Number (Pythagorean Numerology) | 4 |
| Indian Vedic Numerology | 4 |
| Motivation Number | 1 |
| Destiny Number (Expression Number) | 4 |
| Inner Dream Number | 3 |
| Soul Urge Number | 1 |
| Heart's Desire Number | 1 |
| Personality Number | 3 |
Spelling & Phonetics of Ham
Syllables in Ham Name
How many syllables in baby name Ham? Ham has 1 syllables. The name "Ham" can be divided into 1 syllables as:
| How many syllables in Ham? | 1 (ham) |
|---|---|
| Numbers of characters: | 3 |
| Unique letters: | 3 (h, a, m) |
| Ham backwards: | mah |
| Ham sorted alphabetically: | ahm |
| Phonetic | |
| Spell | H-A-M |
| Pronunciation |
Name Ham is combinations of, 1 occurance of H, 1 occurance of A, 1 occurance of M.
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Birthday Wishes for Ham
How to Wish a Happy Birthday to Ham
Ham's birthday is a remarkable occasion that deserves thoughtful and heartfelt wishes. Whether he's a close friend, a family member, or a colleague, the perfect birthday message can make his day even more special. From warm, sincere greetings to fun, playful wishes, this section provides a variety of ideas to convey your affection, admiration, and joy for Ham on his big day.
Happy Birthday, Ham! Wishing you a year full of success, happiness, and unforgettable moments. May this special day bring you joy and may all your dreams come true. Enjoy every minute of it!
Ham, Happy Birthday! Another year older, but not a year less awesome. I hope your day is filled with love, laughter, and everything that makes you happiest. Here's to an amazing year ahead!
Happy Birthday, Ham! You bring so much light to everyone around you. May your day be as bright and wonderful as your heart. Cheers to more laughter, adventures, and memories this year!
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about name Ham
What is the meaning of Ham?
Name Ham means Home, Heads, Chief, Warm or Hot as per The ParentZ Baby Name Finder, largest baby names list. Learn more Ham Name Meaning and Origin.
What is the numerology of baby name Ham?
Name Ham has numerology 4 as per The ParentZ.
What is the numerology of Ham?
Numerology number of Ham is 4 (Vedic) and 4 (Pythagorean Numerology) as per The ParentZ.
What is the lucky number of name Ham?
The lucky number of name Ham is 4 as per number numerology.
What is the length of Ham name?
The name Ham has 3 letters. The name Ham consists of 1 word with 3 characters.
What is the Nakshatra of Ham?
Name Ham belongs to Punarvasu nakshatra based on Indian Astrology or Janam Nakshatra as per the information available on The ParentZ.
Where does the name Ham come from?
Ham is a Hebrew name given to Boys as per The ParentZ.
What is the origin of the name Ham?
The name Ham is of Hebrew origin and is used within Hindu communities.
What does Ham mean?
Name Ham means Home, Heads, Chief, Warm or Hot as per The ParentZ
What does the name Ham mean?
Ham is of Hebrew origin and means Home, Heads, Chief, Warm or Hot as per The ParentZ
What is the meaning and origin of the baby name Ham?
Ham means Home, Heads, Chief, Warm or Hot and is a Hebrew name given to Boys as per The ParentZ
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The name Ham consists of 3 alphabets.
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Happy Birthday, Ham! Wishing you a year full of success, happiness, and unforgettable moments. May this special day bring you joy and may all your dreams come true. Enjoy every minute of it!
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