Gram
Eighth King of Rohan. Gram was born in year 2668 of the Third Age. He was the son of Deor. He was also the father of Helm Hammerhand and Hild.
Gram became king after his father's death in 2718. Dunlendings based in Isengard continued raiding the outskirts of Rohan during his reign.
Gram died in 2741 at the age of 73. He was succeeded by his son Helm Hammerhand as king.
Gram became king after his father's death in 2718. Dunlendings based in Isengard continued raiding the outskirts of Rohan during his reign.
Gram died in 2741 at the age of 73. He was succeeded by his son Helm Hammerhand as king.
Names & Meanings
The name Gram is Old English for "fierce." There was also a mountain by that name.
References
The Lord of the Rings, The Return of the King: "Many Partings," page 255
The Lord of the Rings, Appendix A: "The House of Eorl," page 349
The Lord of the Rings, Appendix A: "The House of Eorl," page 349
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