Bradford

Boy's name

Bradford is of Old English origin, meaning "broad ford." It is derived from the words "brad" (broad) and "ford" (shallow water crossing).

Meaning From the broad ford
Origin English
U.S. births in 2023 41 Falling
Peak year 1953

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Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Bradford Cox - Musician, lead singer of Deerhunter.
  • Bradford Anderson - Actor, known for role on "General Hospital."
  • Bradford Dillman - Actor, starred in "The Way We Were."
  • Bradford Washburn - Mountaineer, photographer, and cartographer.
  • Bradford Marsalis - Jazz saxophonist and bandleader.
  • Bradford Young - Cinematographer, known for "Arrival" and "Selma."
  • Bradford Shellhammer - Entrepreneur, co-founder of Fab.com.
  • Bradford Mott - Computer scientist, co-creator of MAME emulator.

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