Gifford
GIF-ferd
Letters
7
Syllables
2
Origin
English
Total Births
1,452
Peak Year
#40 in 1920
First Recorded
1891
Style
Vintage, Strong & Bold
Spelling
Moderate spelling
What It Means
An English surname-turned-first-name, meaning 'gift' or 'generous' and 'strong' or 'brave'.
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The Nurturer
Caring, responsible, and loving. Names at 6 resonate with warmth and family devotion.
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