Ransford Name Meaning, Popularity and Origins
Origin:
English
Gender Distribution:
100% Masculine / 0% Feminine
Meaning:
Ransford means 'shield' and carries connotations of strength and bravery.
Meaning of the Name Ransford
Ransford is a masculine given name of English origin. It is a variant of the surname Ransom, which is derived from the Old French word 'rando' meaning 'shield'. The name Ransford carries connotations of strength, protection, and bravery. It has a noble and dignified sound to it, making it a great choice for parents looking for a unique and masculine name for their son.
Popularity of the Name Ransford
The popularity for the name Ransford peaked in popularity in the year 1914 with 6 births, which ranked number 6,102 out of 7,161 unique names for that year. Ransford had the most male births in 1914 with 6, which ranked number 2,915 out of 3,759 male names.
Nationwide Popularity of Ransford
Popularity of Ransford by State
We have no state ranking data available for the name Ransford. This means no states recorded more than 5 births for Ransford in the most recent calendar year. If you are looking for a rare or unique name, Ransford is a great pick!
2024 Popularity Projections for Ransford
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