Buford

Buford means 'beautiful river crossing,' indicating a scenic or favorable place where a river can be crossed.

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Buford is of Old French origin, derived from the words 'beu' meaning 'fair, lovely,' and 'ford,' a word used to describe a river crossing.

  • Popularity: 27,984th
  • Babies named Buford in the US in 2023:
    Female: 0
    Male: 5
  • Nicknames: Buffy, Ford, Biff, Beau, Buddy.
  • Full Names: Buford Alan, Buford James, Buford Lee, Buford Michael, Buford Thomas.
  • Famous Namesakes: Buford Pusser - Sheriff, Buford Ellington - Politician, Buford Jordan - Football Player, Buford Highway - Place, Buford Van Stomm - Fictional Character.
  • Gender: Buford is predominantly a masculine name, although it has rarely been used for females.
  • Numerology: The name Buford corresponds to the numerology number 6, which signifies responsibility, protection, and nurturing. Those named Buford are often seen as caregivers, providers, and concerned with family and community well-being. They embrace a balance between practical strategies and emotional discernment.

Buford is not a common name in modern usage, making it rather unique in contemporary settings. It experienced moderate popularity in the early 20th century, especially in the Southern United States, due to cultural influences and famous namesakes.

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