Bingham (surname)
Bingham is a surname of English origin, ultimately deriving from the toponym of Melcombe Bingham in Dorset. The name was taken to Ireland in the 16th century, by Richard Bingham, a native of Dorset who was appointed governor of Connaught in 1584. There is another Bingham in Nottinghamshire. People surnamed Bingham include: British. Aristocrats: Law: Mathematics and Science: Military & Navy: Religion: Sport: American. Artists & Writers: Film industry workers: Law: Mathematics & Science: Missionaries: Politicians: Publishers: Sports: