Holding steady.
Popularity of Danford since 1918
Babies named Danford per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 14 |
| 1920s | 38 |
| 1930s | 70 |
| 1940s | 98 |
| 1950s | 86 |
| 1960s | 51 |
| 1970s | 12 |
| 1980s | 5 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Danford is a rare given name, most often used for boys, with its peak in 1948. The name first appeared in U.S. records in 1918, but it has never ranked among the top 1,000 names. Its trajectory has been stable, with very few births per year. As a surname-derived name, Danford follows the tradition of turning family names into first names, a pattern common in English-speaking countries. While it lacks widespread popularity, its rarity appeals to parents seeking a distinctive name with classic English roots. No top states are associated with this name, indicating its scattered use across the country.
Danford is likely a transferred use of an English surname. The surname may be derived from a place name, such as Danford in Yorkshire, which could mean 'Dana's ford' from the Old English personal name 'Dana' or 'Dene' meaning 'Dane', or alternatively from Darnford, meaning 'hidden ford' (from Old English 'dearne' meaning 'secret' or 'hidden' and 'ford'). As a given name, Danford has been used primarily in the United States, with records dating back to the early 20th century.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Dan
Sibling names for Danford
Names that share Danford's style, for a brother or sister.
