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.
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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Personality Traits
Peak Year
#10 in 1922
Total Births
92
First Recorded
1914
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