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      Meaning of the first name Sanford

      Origin

      English

      Meaning

      From the sandy ford

      Variations

      Stanford, Sinforoso, Ashford
      The name Sanford traces its roots back to Old English, specifically to the combination of the elements sand and ford. Sand refers to sandy soil, while ford signifies a shallow place in a river or stream that can be crossed by wading. Combining the two, Sanford translates to From the sandy ford. This suggests that the name originally denoted someone who hailed from a location characterized by a sandy river crossing.

      Throughout history, the name Sanford has made appearances in various contexts. In medieval England, it was common for individuals to adopt names based on their place of origin, occupation, or personal characteristics. As such, many people adopted the name Sanford if they resided near a sandy ford or were associated with such an area.

      In modern-day usage, the name Sanford continues to be employed as both a first name and a name, although the former is less common. It maintains its English origins, and retains the meaning From the sandy ford. While not as prevalent as some other names, Sanford is still used in English-speaking countries, often representing a connection to ancestral roots or serving as a tribute to family history.

      Based on our records...

      Smith

      Smith

      This is the most common surname associated with Sanford.
      Mary

      Mary

      This is the most common name of those married to a Sanford.
      Sanford

      Sanford

      This is the most common name for a child of a Sanford.
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      1913 is when there were the most people born with the first name Sanford.

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