Lynford Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Lynford is an Old English name meaning 'ford by the lime trees'. It evolved from the historical forms Lindeford to Lynford. The name has a nature-related trait associated with it and does not have biblical relevance. It gained popularity as a first name in the 19th century and is perceived as rustic and charming.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Lynford"
Pronunciation
/ˈlɪn.fərd/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The name Lynford is derived from the Old English elements 'lind', meaning 'lime tree', and 'ford', meaning 'river crossing'. Thus, it can be interpreted as 'ford by the lime trees'.
Meaning
ford by the lime trees
Language Evolution
Lindeford, Lynford
Historical Usage
Lynford has been used as a place name and surname in England since at least the medieval period, but its use as a first name became more common in the 19th century.
Variants & Derivatives
Lyn, Lyndon, Lynd
Modern Popularity & Image
Lynford is relatively uncommon as a first name today, but it carries a rustic charm and is often associated with nature due to its meaning.
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 15 peak births in 1926
Geographic Spread
Popular across 1 US states, with strongest presence in Pennsylvania
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Lynford"
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 "Lynford"
"Lynford" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 3355th of 7545 | 97 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 3233rd of 6773 | 100 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 4154th of 7552 | 63 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 8221st of 10718 | 16 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 16616th of 16616 | 5 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 16274th of 24088 | 24 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 15888th of 23106 | 23 |
Regional Popularity of "Lynford" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
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86.58% 1194th/1379 |
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| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
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| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
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| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
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| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
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| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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Regional Popularity of "Lynford" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
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| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
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| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
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| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
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| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
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| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Lynford"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Lynford" 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 "Lynford" in the United States
The name Lynford is most popular in Pennsylvania, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation generation in the Northeast 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, Lynford has been stalled for male in Northeast. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in Northeast. Across generations, 'Lynford' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 3355th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 3233rd out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 4154th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 8221st out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 16616th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 16274th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 15888th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Lynford' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.