Burford
BER-fərd
Burford is a boy’s name of English origin, meaning “An English place name meaning 'fort near the fortified ford'.”, and peaked in popularity in 1922.
What Burford Means
“An English place name meaning 'fort near the fortified ford'.”
The Story of Burford
Imagine a name that sounds like the sturdy walls of an ancient fortress guarding a crucial crossing.
Burford is an English place name, meaning 'fort near the fortified ford.' It speaks of strategic importance and a connection to the landscape, a name with a history of holding ground.
This name is for your son, a natural protector, someone who possesses a steadfast loyalty. You see him as a reliable presence, a safe harbor in a world that can sometimes feel uncertain.
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Personality Traits
Peak Year
#11 in 1922
Total Births
51
First Recorded
1917
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