Holding steady.
Popularity of Delford since 1913
Babies named Delford per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1925, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Delford's real moment was 1917.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 51 |
| 1920s | 137 |
| 1930s | 119 |
| 1940s | 94 |
| 1950s | 89 |
| 1960s | 44 |
| 1970s | 5 |
| 1980s | 9 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Delford is a name that hints at English place-naming conventions, combining a locational element with the common suffix '-ford'. It first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1913, and its peak year was 1917, though it never entered the top ranks; for all years, no rank is recorded, reflecting its extremely low frequency. The trajectory for Delford is stable, meaning it has appeared sporadically without a surge or notable decline. While its exact etymology is uncertain, Delford fits a pattern of surnames and placenames adopted as first names, particularly in the early 20th century. The name is virtually absent from top state records, indicating it has never been regionally popular. Parents seeking a rare, unfamiliar name with a straightforward sound might consider Delford, though its meaning remains unclear.
Delford appears to be a relatively modern coinage, possibly derived from the English word 'delf' (a quarry or ditch) and 'ford'. It may also be an altered form of the surname Delf, itself locational. The name first appeared in U.S. records in the 1910s, but never gained widespread use.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Del
Sibling names for Delford
Names that share Delford's style, for a brother or sister.
