Holding steady.
Popularity of Bufford since 1912
Babies named Bufford per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1928, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Bufford's real moment was 1912.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 62 |
| 1920s | 131 |
| 1930s | 130 |
| 1940s | 112 |
| 1950s | 45 |
| 1960s | 27 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Bufford is a rare given name that emerged briefly in the early 20th century, first recorded in 1912. While it never achieved widespread popularity, it represents a small but distinct moment in American naming history. Its peak and only appearance occurred in 1912, after which it essentially vanished from the Social Security records. This suggests Bufford may have been a one-time usage or a family surname passed down, as its trajectory is stable with no revival in later decades. The name is a variant of Buford, which has Old English roots as a habitational surname. Today, Bufford remains largely unused, making it a distinctive choice for those seeking a uniquely historical name.
Bufford is likely a variant of the surname Buford, which derives from a place name in England meaning 'ford near the buffalo' (from Old English 'bufan' meaning 'above' and 'ford'). As a given name, it emerged in the United States in the early 20th century, first recorded in 1912 with a peak that same year.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Buff, Buffy
Variants: Buford
Sibling names for Bufford
Names that share Bufford's style, for a brother or sister.
