CRAFFORD
Crafford
Crafford is a British surname of Anglo-Saxon origin, derived from the Old English personal name "Craford," which means "ford inhabited by crows." The surname Crafford is primarily found in the southern regions of England.
Historically, individuals bearing the surname Crafford were often associated with land ownership and agricultural pursuits. They were likely to be landowners or farmers, reflecting the agricultural heritage of England.
Over time, the Crafford surname may have undergone variations in spelling, such as Crawford or Crafforde, due to regional accents and dialectal differences in different parts of Britain.
The Crafford surname is a reminder of the rich tapestry of British history and the enduring influence of Anglo-Saxon culture on British society and nomenclature.
There are approximately 80 people named Crafford in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around one in a million people in Britain are named Crafford.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Antony
- Michael
- Nikolas
- Peter
- Ricky
Female
- Clare
- Elizabeth
- June
- Odette
- Tina
Similar and related surnames
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