Stafford

Type Surname (from location)
Usage English
Pronounced Pron. /ˈstæf.əɹd/(American English) /ˈstæf.əd/(British English)  [key·simplify]

Meaning & History

From the name of the English city of Stafford, Staffordshire, derived from Old English stæð meaning "wharf, landing place" and ford meaning "ford, river crossing".

Related Names

Given Name DescendantStafford(English)

Categories

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Entry updated December 1, 2024