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Sanford Name Meaning, Pronunciation, and History

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Overview

The meaning of the name "sanford" is "sandy ford", and is used often for "boys".

Name
sanford
Meaning
sandy ford
Pronunciation
san-furd
Used for
boys
Syllables
2

Sanford Name Details

Sanford is of Old English origin and is a locational surname derived from the words 'sand' meaning 'sand' and 'ford' meaning 'a shallow place in a river or stream that can be crossed by wading or riding on horseback'. Therefore, the name Sanford translates to 'sandy ford'. It was commonly used as a surname and later adapted as a given name.

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