Cliffard
KLIH-ferd
Cliffard is a boy’s name of English origin, meaning “Cliffard is a variant of Clifford, an English surname derived from a place name meaning 'cliff ford' or 'ford by the cliff'.”, and peaked in popularity in 1931.
What Cliffard Means
“Cliffard is a variant of Clifford, an English surname derived from a place name meaning 'cliff ford' or 'ford by the cliff'.”
The Story of Cliffard
This name carries the solid weight of English landscape, a strong marker of place and history.
Cliffard, a variant of Clifford, originates from an English surname derived from a place name. It distinctly means 'cliff ford' or 'ford by the cliff,' anchoring its identity in the geographical features of the land.
You imagine your son, Cliffard, as someone deeply loyal and remarkably stable. This name suggests a dependable soul, a strong individual whose character is as steadfast as the terrain from which his name is drawn.
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Peak Year
#10 in 1931
Total Births
142
First Recorded
1917
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