Gifford

Boy

Gifford is a boy's name of Old English / Germanic origin meaning "From Old English meaning 'gift' or 'generous,' derived from elements meaning 'gift' and 'ford.'". It is pronounced GIF-urd. Today it is an uncommon name (popularity 49/100) and fading.

Old English / Germanic origin · /GIF-urd/ · vintage

Meaning: From Old English meaning 'gift' or 'generous,' derived from elements meaning 'gift' and 'ford.'

Popularity 49/1002 syllablesPeaked 1920↓ Falling

Insights

Most popular in the 1920s.

Today, Gifford is an uncommon name (popularity 49/100).

It is less common today than at its historical peak.

Frequently asked questions about Gifford

What does Gifford mean?

Gifford means "From Old English meaning 'gift' or 'generous,' derived from elements meaning 'gift' and 'ford.'". It is of Old English / Germanic origin.

Is Gifford a boy or girl name?

Gifford is traditionally a boy's name.

How popular is Gifford?

Gifford is an uncommon name, with a popularity score of 49/100. It was most popular in the 1920s.

How is Gifford pronounced?

Gifford is pronounced GIF-urd.

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