Sanford
Sanford: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈsænfɚd/
Meaning and origin of Sanford
- A male given name transferred from the surname.
Etymology
Reduced variant of Sandford.
How popular is Sanford?
Since 1880, 15,044 boys in the U.S. have been named Sanford. Its highest rank for boys was #304 in 1882. In 2025, 12 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Sanford FAQ
What does the name Sanford mean?
A male given name transferred from the surname. Reduced variant of Sandford.
What is the origin of the name Sanford?
Sanford is listed as a name of Surname (transferred from a surname) origin.
How popular is the name Sanford?
Since 1880, 15,044 boys in the U.S. have been named Sanford. Its highest rank for boys was #304 in 1882. In 2025, 12 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Sanford a boy or girl name?
Sanford is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 15,044 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.