Telford Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Telford originates from the Old English words for 'to cross' and 'river crossing'. It has evolved through historical forms into its current usage. It primarily denotes a geographical feature and reflects urban growth. There is no biblical relevance to the name.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Telford"
Pronunciation
/ˈtɛlfərd/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The name Telford is believed to be derived from the Old English elements 'telf' meaning 'to cross' and 'ford' meaning 'river crossing'.
Meaning
river crossing
Language Evolution
Telford (modern English), Telford (Middle English), Telford (Old English)
Historical Usage
Telford gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly as a name for new towns and urban developments in England.
Variants & Derivatives
Telfer, Telfordian
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Telford is associated with a modern town in Shropshire, England, and is seen as a symbol of urban development.
Famous People
John Telford (Scottish civil engineer), Robert Telford (Australian politician)
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✨ Telford Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 14 peak births in 1937
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 4 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Telford"
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 "Telford"
"Telford" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 2670th of 7545 | 152 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 3029th of 6773 | 115 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 4051st of 7552 | 68 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 8639th of 10718 | 13 |
Regional Popularity of "Telford" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
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66.64% 919th/1379 |
- | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- |
65.87% 1025th/1556 |
- | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- |
64.77% 1574th/2430 |
- | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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Regional Popularity of "Telford" 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 "Telford"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Telford" 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 "Telford" in the United States
The name Telford 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, Telford has been stalled for male in Northeast. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in Northeast. Across generations, 'Telford' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2670th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 3029th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 4051st out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 8639th out of 10718 names. Discover how the name 'Telford' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.