BICKFORD
Bickford
Bickford is a surname of English origin, primarily found in the southwestern region of the United Kingdom. The name is derived from the Old English personal name "Beocca", combined with the word "ford", which denoted a shallow area in a river that was safe to cross.
The first recorded instance of the Bickford surname dates back to the 13th century in Devon, England. Over time, the name spread to other parts of the country, particularly Cornwall and Somerset.
Notable individuals bearing the surname Bickford include Henry Bickford, a noted composer in the 19th century, and Sarah Bickford, a prominent suffragette who campaigned for women's rights in the early 20th century.
Today, individuals with the surname Bickford can be found across the United Kingdom and in various parts of the world, having migrated during periods of colonial expansion and global emigration.
The Bickford surname has a rich history and is an integral part of the cultural tapestry of Britain, representing the heritage and legacy of families who bear this esteemed name.
There are approximately 557 people named Bickford in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around nine in a million people in Britain are named Bickford.
Surname type: Location or geographical feature
Origin: English
Region of origin: British Isles
Country of origin: England
Religion of origin: Christian
Language of origin: English
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Anthony
- Daniel
- David
- John
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Robert
- William
Female
- Christine
- Claire
- Jane
- Kate
- Kelly
- Margaret
- Mary
- Natalie
- Patricia
- Sandra
- Sarah
- Stephanie
- Susan
- Valerie