Beckham is a gender-neutral given name of English origin, derived from the Old English words 'beoc' meaning 'fame' and 'ham' meaning 'home'. It was initially used as a surname before becoming popular as a first name in the late 20th century. Beckham has been popularized by various notable figures, including the British former professional footballer David Beckham, born on May 2, 1975, who is widely considered one of the greatest players of all time and has significantly contributed to the popularity of this name.
"The name Beckam saw a significant rise in popularity between 2007 and 2012, with births peaking at 68 in 2012. However, there has been a steady decline since then, with only 39 births recorded in 2023."