Willford
WIL-ferd
Willford is a boy’s name of English origin, meaning “An English surname turned given name, meaning 'willow ford', referring to a shallow place in a river where willows grow.”, and peaked in popularity in 1942.
What Willford Means
“An English surname turned given name, meaning 'willow ford', referring to a shallow place in a river where willows grow.”
The Story of Willford
Picture a quiet strength found by a flowing river, a name that carries the wisdom of nature's gentle resilience.
Willford is an English surname that gracefully transitioned into a given name, evoking the imagery of a 'willow ford.' This refers to a tranquil, shallow crossing point in a river, shaded by willow trees. It first appeared as a given name in 1913.
This name suggests a grounded, nature-oriented spirit for your son. You imagine him as someone reliable and strong, deeply connected to the earth, finding peace and solace in natural landscapes, a calm presence.
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Peak Year
#11 in 1942
Total Births
146
First Recorded
1913
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