Sanford: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
A child from the sandy river crossing.
- Origin
- English
- Syllables
- 2
- Current rank
- #5361
- Peak
- #304 in 1882
Trend: Falling, easing off its high over the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Sanford Means
Sanford is a boy name of English origin. A child from the sandy river crossing.
How Popular Sanford Is
Sanford currently ranks #5361 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #304 in 1882. It has been easing off its high.
Good to Know About Sanford
- Sanford peaked at #304 in the U.S. in 1882.
- Sanford is less common today than in past decades, making it a distinctive choice.
- Sanford is a name from the English-speaking tradition.
Names Like Sanford
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Sibling Names for Sanford
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Questions About Sanford
What does Sanford mean?
Sanford is a boy name of English origin. A child from the sandy river crossing.
How popular is Sanford?
Sanford currently ranks #5361 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #304 in 1882. It has been easing off its high.
Where does Sanford come from?
Sanford comes from English roots. Sanford peaked at #304 in the U.S. in 1882.
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