Alford Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationAL-ford / /ˈæl.fɔrd/Old English; Anglo-Saxon
Meaning
Old English: 'ford by the elder tree'; Anglo-Saxon: 'river crossing'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Alford has roots in Old English and is derived from geographical features, often indicating a location near a river crossing. It is also associated with places named Alford in England, which adds to its historical significance. The name has been used in various forms throughout history, reflecting the linguistic evolution of English names.
Trend Summary
The name Alford has seen limited popularity in the United States.
Similar Names
Variants
- Alfie
- Alforde
International Variants
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Alford was first seen in the United States in 1880. Alford has ranked as high as #784 nationally, which occurred in 1930, and has been most popular in Texas, Alabama, Mississippi, Georgia, and Oklahoma. In the past 5 years the name Alford has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Alford (1966)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NC | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880 | 14 |
| 1881 | 17 |
| 1882 | 16 |
| 1883 | 13 |
| 1884 | 17 |
| 1885 | 11 |
| 1886 | 17 |
| 1887 | 9 |
| 1888 | 15 |
| 1889 | 10 |
| 1890 | 16 |
| 1891 | 10 |
| 1892 | 20 |
| 1893 | 10 |
| 1894 | 10 |
| 1895 | 7 |
| 1896 | 7 |
| 1897 | 16 |
| 1898 | 12 |
| 1899 | 19 |
| 1900 | 22 |
| 1901 | 9 |
| 1902 | 17 |
| 1903 | 21 |
| 1904 | 10 |
| 1905 | 17 |
| 1906 | 16 |
| 1907 | 16 |
| 1908 | 29 |
| 1909 | 14 |
| 1910 | 18 |
| 1911 | 30 |
| 1912 | 40 |
| 1913 | 41 |
| 1914 | 45 |
| 1915 | 72 |
| 1916 | 68 |
| 1917 | 72 |
| 1918 | 62 |
| 1919 | 90 |
| 1920 | 83 |
| 1921 | 87 |
| 1922 | 86 |
| 1923 | 93 |
| 1924 | 85 |
| 1925 | 101 |
| 1926 | 86 |
| 1927 | 89 |
| 1928 | 94 |
| 1929 | 93 |
| 1930 | 106 |
| 1931 | 71 |
| 1932 | 76 |
| 1933 | 66 |
| 1934 | 84 |
| 1935 | 83 |
| 1936 | 89 |
| 1937 | 76 |
| 1938 | 68 |
| 1939 | 59 |
| 1940 | 69 |
| 1941 | 72 |
| 1942 | 87 |
| 1943 | 74 |
| 1944 | 68 |
| 1945 | 55 |
| 1946 | 69 |
| 1947 | 55 |
| 1948 | 69 |
| 1949 | 79 |
| 1950 | 64 |
| 1951 | 60 |
| 1952 | 67 |
| 1953 | 73 |
| 1954 | 78 |
| 1955 | 68 |
| 1956 | 55 |
| 1957 | 42 |
| 1958 | 39 |
| 1959 | 54 |
| 1960 | 49 |
| 1961 | 45 |
| 1962 | 34 |
| 1963 | 34 |
| 1964 | 43 |
| 1965 | 26 |
| 1966 | 34 |
| 1967 | 32 |
| 1968 | 26 |
| 1969 | 21 |
| 1970 | 34 |
| 1971 | 20 |
| 1972 | 26 |
| 1973 | 32 |
| 1974 | 19 |
| 1975 | 29 |
| 1976 | 11 |
| 1977 | 21 |
| 1978 | 18 |
| 1979 | 15 |
| 1980 | 24 |
| 1981 | 26 |
| 1982 | 15 |
| 1983 | 16 |
| 1984 | 21 |
| 1985 | 13 |
| 1986 | 12 |
| 1987 | 11 |
| 1988 | 14 |
| 1989 | 9 |
| 1990 | 8 |
| 1991 | 16 |
| 1992 | 10 |
| 1993 | 8 |
| 1994 | 11 |
| 1995 | 6 |
| 1996 | 5 |
| 1997 | 8 |
| 1999 | 9 |
| 2000 | 5 |
| 2001 | 5 |
| 2002 | 7 |
| 2005 | 5 |
| 2017 | 5 |
| 2019 | 5 |