Beauford Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Beauford is a name of Old French origin, meaning 'beautiful fortress'. It evolved from the terms 'beau' and 'fort' and has historical forms such as Beaufort. The name gained popularity in the 19th century and is associated with nobility and picturesque imagery. It has no biblical relevance but is perceived as classic and elegant today.
The name Beauford is most popular in North Carolina, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Beauford has been stalled for male in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in South. Across generations, 'Beauford' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1463rd out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1589th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2513th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5973rd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 13786th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 21740th out of 23106 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 7989th out of 9107 names. Discover how the name 'Beauford' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Beauford"
Pronunciation
/ˈboʊfərd/
Origin
Old French
Etymology
The name Beauford is derived from the Old French words 'beau' meaning 'beautiful' and 'fort' meaning 'strong' or 'fortress'. It was originally a surname that referred to someone from a place known for its beauty and strength.
Meaning
beautiful fortress
Language Evolution
Beaufort, Beauford, Beau, Ford
Historical Usage
The name Beauford became more widely used as a given name in the 19th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, often influenced by its association with nobility and picturesque locations.
Variants & Derivatives
Beaufort, Beauford, Ford
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Beauford is viewed as a classic name with a noble connotation. It is less common today but retains an air of elegance.
Famous People
Beauford Delaney, an American painter known for his work in the Harlem Renaissance., Beauford H. J. McCulloch, a notable figure in the field of engineering.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Beauford"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Beauford"
"Beauford" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1463rd of 7545 | 399 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1589th of 6773 | 356 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 2513th of 7552 | 201 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 5973rd of 10718 | 43 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 13786th of 16616 | 11 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 21740th of 23106 | 6 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 7989th of 9107 | 10 |
Regional Popularity of "Beauford" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
57.82% 1368th/2366 |
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| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
59.37% 1397th/2353 |
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| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
68.91% 1966th/2853 |
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| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Beauford" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Beauford"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Beauford" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.