Hansford Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Hansford has its origins in Old English, combining the elements for 'rooster' and 'ford', indicating a geographical feature. Over time, it evolved from Hanford in Old English to its current form. The name carries a sense of tradition and is connected to familial heritage. There is no biblical relevance associated with it.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Hansford"
Pronunciation
/ˈhænsfərd/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The name Hansford is derived from the Old English elements 'han' meaning 'rooster' and 'ford' meaning 'river crossing' or 'ford'. It likely referred to a location near a river crossing where roosters were common.
Meaning
rooster ford
Language Evolution
Old English: Hanford, Middle English: Hansford, Modern English: Hansford
Historical Usage
Hansford gained popularity as a surname in England during the Middle Ages and has remained in use into modern times, often as both a surname and a given name.
Variants & Derivatives
Hansford, Hansfordson, Hanforth
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Hansford is perceived as a traditional and somewhat uncommon name, often associated with heritage and family history.
Famous People
Hansford Rowe, an American painter, Hansford T. Johnson, an American politician
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 22 peak births in 1917
Geographic Spread
Popular across 3 US states, with strongest presence in West Virginia
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 4 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Hansford"
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 "Hansford"
"Hansford" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1994th of 7545 | 256 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 2213th of 6773 | 209 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 3597th of 7552 | 94 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 7460th of 10718 | 22 |
Regional Popularity of "Hansford" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
52.83% 1250th/2366 |
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| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
69.95% 1646th/2353 |
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| 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) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Hansford" 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 "Hansford"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Hansford" 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.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Hansford" in the United States
The name Hansford is most popular in West Virginia, 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. From 2020-2022, Hansford has been stalled for male in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in South. Across generations, 'Hansford' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1994th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2213th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3597th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 7460th out of 10718 names. Discover how the name 'Hansford' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.