Stafford
Stafford: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈstæfə(ɹ)d/
Meaning and origin of Stafford
Root meaning: “landing place”
- A male given name transferred from the surname.
Etymology
From Old English stæþ (“landing place”) + ford. As a surname, occasionally derived from Irish (see Stocker).
How popular is Stafford?
Since 1880, 2,850 boys in the U.S. have been named Stafford. Its highest rank for boys was #837 in 1884. In 2025, 28 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Stafford FAQ
What does the name Stafford mean?
Stafford traces back to a root meaning "landing place". A male given name transferred from the surname. From Old English stæþ (“landing place”) + ford. As a surname, occasionally derived from Irish (see Stocker).
What is the origin of the name Stafford?
Stafford is listed as a name of English origin.
How popular is the name Stafford?
Since 1880, 2,850 boys in the U.S. have been named Stafford. Its highest rank for boys was #837 in 1884. In 2025, 28 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Stafford a boy or girl name?
Stafford is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 2,850 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.