Clifford
c-liffo-rd,
cl(if)-ford
US Popularity:3077
Origin:British
Meaning:Ford by the cliff
Clifford is a boy's name of Old English and Germanic origin. It is traditionally an Anglo-Saxon last name meaning "ford by the cliff." Clifford is also the name of a small rural village in England's West Yorkshire, home to the ruins of an ancient Norman settlement called Clifford Castle. As a given name, Clifford is a whimsical choice with lots of old-world charm and mysterious wonder. You can even shorten it to Cliff to create a memorable nickname for your little one.
How Popular Is The Name Clifford?
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Clifford is currently #2716 on The Bump
Boy:Clifford is currently #1531 on The Bump Boy Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Clifford is currently #3077 in U.S. births
Boy:Clifford is currently #1455 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2023
#1455
in 2023
- 187
from 2022
Sources
Behind the Name, Clifford, June 2019
Name Doctor, Clifford
House of Names, Clifford History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms
WordSense Dictionary, Clifford
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