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Fordham

FORD-ham

Fordham is a boy’s name of English origin, meaning “Fordham is an English surname-turned-given name. It refers to a 'ford by the homestead' or a 'ford near the farm'.”. It currently ranks #11330 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 2020.

Letters7
Syllables2
OriginEnglish

What Fordham Means

Fordham is an English surname-turned-given name. It refers to a 'ford by the homestead' or a 'ford near the farm'.

The Story of Fordham

This name, recently rediscovered, holds the grounded essence of the countryside, a place of both passage and home.

Fordham is an English surname, referring to a 'ford by the homestead' or 'ford near the farm'. It conjures images of agricultural landscapes and essential river crossings, places that were central to early communities. The name suggests a deep connection to the land.

When you consider Fordham for your child, you are picturing a loyal and resourceful individual. This name is for a son who will be a steady presence, practical in his approach and dependable in all his endeavors, always finding his way.

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Numerology

9

The Idealist

Compassionate, humanitarian, and visionary. Names vibrating at 9 carry universal love.

Personality Traits

LoyalDependablePracticalResourceful

Peak Year

#11 in 2020

Total Births

67

First Recorded

2015

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