Alford
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About Alford
Alford is an English surname-turned-first-name with Old English origins, derived from 'ald' meaning old and 'ford' meaning river crossing, literally signifying "old river ford." As a given name, it carries an air of distinction and heritage, suggesting someone connected to ancestral lands. Alford has never been extremely common as a first name but has maintained a steady, if modest, presence throughout the English-speaking world. It peaked in popularity in the early 20th century. The name evokes images of rural English landscapes and has an aristocratic quality. Alford offers the friendly nickname Al while maintaining a formal, distinguished full form that conveys strength and tradition.
Alford is also given to girls.
Pronounced AL-ford.
As of October 2026, Alford ranked #12219 for boys in US births in 2019 and #5089 for girls in US births in 1924 SSA, peaked at #417 for boys in 1881.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 | — | 0 | 0 |
Alford on lists
Famous Alfords
- Alford L. McMichaelBoy
U.S. Marine officer
- Alford Lee McLaughlinBoy
U.S. Marine officer
Alford in pop culture
- Alford pleaBoy
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