HALFORD
Halford
The surname Halford is of English origin, derived from the place name Halford in Warwickshire. The place name itself is believed to come from the Old English words healf, meaning "half," and ford, referring to a river crossing. This suggests that the name may have been given to someone living near or associated with a half-way river crossing.
The earliest recorded instance of the surname Halford dates back to the 13th century in Warwickshire, England. Over time, the name has spread beyond its original place of origin, and individuals bearing the surname can now be found across the United Kingdom and in other parts of the world.
The name Halford is found in various forms, including Halford, Halford, Halforth, and others. Variants of the name may have arisen due to regional accents, dialects, or clerical errors in historical records.
Notable individuals bearing the surname Halford include musicians such as Rob Halford, the lead vocalist of the heavy metal band Judas Priest, and academic figures, among others.
The Coat of Arms associated with the Halford surname features a red shield with a silver bend engrailed between six silver crosses crosslet. This heraldic design symbolises strength, faith, and honour, reflecting the values attributed to the bearers of the name.
In modern times, individuals with the surname Halford can be found in various professions and walks of life, contributing to the rich tapestry of British society.
References:
- Reaney, P. H., & Wilson, R. M. (2008). A Dictionary of English Surnames. Oxford University Press.
- Cottle, B. (2001). The Penguin Dictionary of Surnames. Penguin Books.
There are approximately 4,693 people named Halford in the UK. That makes it roughly the 2,012th most common surname in Britain. Around 72 in a million people in Britain are named Halford.
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
- Christopher
- David
- John
- Mark
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Richard
- Robert
Female
- Angela
- Elizabeth
- Emma
- Julie
- Louise
- Margaret
- Mary
- Michelle
- Nicola
- Patricia
- Sarah
- Shona
- Susan
Similar and related surnames
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