Whitford Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationWIT-ford / ˈwɪt.fɔrdEnglish
Meaning
From the white ford
Historical & Cultural Background
Whitford is a surname that has evolved into a given name. It is derived from Old English elements, where 'hwita' means 'white' and 'ford' refers to a river crossing. The name is often associated with geographical locations in England. As a given name, it is relatively uncommon and may carry a sense of heritage.
Similar Names
Variants
—
International Variants
—
Famous people named Whitford
—
Fictional characters named Whitford
—
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Whitford was first seen in the United States in 1923. Whitford has ranked as high as #905 nationally, which occurred in 1923, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Whitford has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Whitford
No state data available for this year.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
---|---|
1923 | 5 |