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Wofford

WAH-fərd

Wofford is a boy’s name of English origin, meaning “An English surname derived from a place name, likely meaning 'Wulfheard's ford,' combining a personal name with 'ford,' indicating a river crossing.”, and peaked in popularity in 1922.

Letters7
Syllables2
OriginEnglish

What Wofford Means

An English surname derived from a place name, likely meaning 'Wulfheard's ford,' combining a personal name with 'ford,' indicating a river crossing.

The Story of Wofford

This name evokes images of ancient pathways and the quiet strength of the natural world.

Wofford is an English surname rooted in a place name, likely meaning 'Wulfheard's ford.' It combines a personal name with 'ford,' signifying a river crossing and the journey across it.

For your son, Wofford, you see a steadfast and reliable presence, someone who navigates life with a quiet strength. This name suggests a child who is grounded and dependable, like a familiar, well-trodden path.

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Numerology

5

The Adventurer

Free-spirited, adaptable, and curious. These names carry energy of change and exploration.

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Peak Year

#10 in 1922

Total Births

92

First Recorded

1914

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