Lynford Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: LIN-ford /lɪn.fɔrd/
Origin: English; Old English
Meaning: English: From the lake ford; Old English: Lake crossing
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Lynford is of English origin, derived from a combination of Old English elements. The first part, "Lyn," is believed to be a variant of "lind," meaning "lime tree," while the second part, "ford," refers to a river crossing or shallow place in a river.
Thus, Lynford can be interpreted to mean "ford by the lime trees." This etymological construction reflects the common practice in Old English of forming place names and surnames based on geographical features and local flora. Historically, the name Lynford can be traced back to the medieval period in England, where it likely emerged as a surname before being adopted as a given name.
The use of surnames became more prevalent in England during the 12th century, particularly after the Norman Conquest of 1066, which led to a greater emphasis on family lineage and land ownership. Lynford may have been used to denote individuals who lived near a notable geographical feature, such as a ford lined with lime trees, thus embedding the name within the cultural landscape of the time.
Culturally, names like Lynford often carry a sense of place and identity, reflecting the natural environment of medieval England. The association with lime trees, which were valued for their timber and medicinal properties, adds a layer of significance to the name.
Additionally, the name may evoke a sense of pastoral beauty and tranquility, resonating with the idyllic landscapes of the English countryside. While Lynford does not have widely recognized diminutive forms, its historical roots and geographical connections contribute to its enduring presence in English naming traditions.
Famous people named Lynford
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Lynford Christie is a former sprinter best known for winning the gold medal in the 100 meters at the 1992 Olympics and holding the British record for the 100 meters.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Lynford was first seen in the United States in 1913.
Lynford has ranked as high as #4100 nationally, which occurred in 1926, and has been most popular in Pennsylvania.
In the past 5 years the name Lynford has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Lynford is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Lynford was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Lynford.
| Year | Total Births | Boy |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 6 | 6 |
| 2021 | 5 | 5 |
| 2019 | 6 | 6 |
| 2013 | 6 | 6 |
| 2012 | 5 | 5 |
| 2011 | 6 | 6 |
| 2005 | 6 | 6 |
| 1999 | 7 | 7 |
| 1991 | 5 | 5 |
| 1977 | 5 | 5 |
| 1976 | 6 | 6 |
| 1967 | 5 | 5 |
| 1957 | 5 | 5 |
| 1955 | 6 | 6 |
| 1953 | 5 | 5 |
| 1952 | 6 | 6 |
| 1950 | 7 | 7 |
| 1949 | 8 | 8 |
| 1948 | 6 | 6 |
| 1947 | 9 | 9 |
| 1946 | 11 | 11 |
| 1945 | 5 | 5 |
| 1944 | 7 | 7 |
| 1943 | 6 | 6 |
| 1942 | 6 | 6 |
| 1941 | 8 | 8 |
| 1940 | 9 | 9 |
| 1939 | 5 | 5 |
| 1938 | 5 | 5 |
| 1937 | 6 | 6 |
| 1935 | 6 | 6 |
| 1934 | 5 | 5 |
| 1933 | 5 | 5 |
| 1932 | 9 | 9 |
| 1930 | 5 | 5 |
| 1929 | 8 | 8 |
| 1928 | 5 | 5 |
| 1927 | 5 | 5 |
| 1926 | 15 | 15 |
| 1925 | 5 | 5 |
| 1922 | 5 | 5 |
| 1920 | 6 | 6 |
| 1919 | 6 | 6 |
| 1918 | 13 | 13 |
| 1917 | 7 | 7 |
| 1916 | 11 | 11 |
| 1915 | 11 | 11 |
| 1914 | 8 | 8 |
| 1913 | 5 | 5 |
Top States for Lynford (1918)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| PA | 6 |