Whitford
Old English · Boy · 2 syllables
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About the name Whitford
Whitford is an English surname derived from Old English elements "hwīt" (white) and "ford" (a shallow river crossing), literally meaning "white ford" or a ford with white-colored water or banks.
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Etymology
Whitford is an English surname derived from Old English elements "hwīt" (white) and "ford" (a shallow river crossing), literally meaning "white ford" or a ford with white-colored water or banks. The name is primarily used in English-speaking cultures and has Anglo-Saxon roots, with notable bearers including various British and American historical figures, though it lacks specific religious association.
Whitford currently ranks #4,876 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1923.
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