LYFORD

Origin and etymology In historic texts In the 1881 census Distribution map

Lyford

Origin and Meaning Lyford is an English surname of toponymic origin, derived from the Old English words 'lēac', meaning "leek", and 'ford', meaning "ford", indicating a person who lived near a leek ford.

Distribution The surname Lyford is mainly found in the southern counties of England, particularly in Oxfordshire, Berkshire, and Hampshire. Over the centuries, bearers of the surname have migrated to various regions within the United Kingdom and beyond.

Notable Individuals

John Lyford (c. 1584 - c. 1653): An English minister, known for his involvement in the early Plymouth Colony in America.
Robert F. Lyford (1882-1960): An American landscape architect and urban planner.

Cultural Significance The Lyford surname has been associated with a range of professions and pursuits, with individuals contributing to various fields of interest. The name's historical connections with early colonial America showcase its enduring role in shaping new societies.

There are approximately 539 people named Lyford in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around eight in a million people in Britain are named Lyford.

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
Andy
Brian
David
Gary
James
John
Kevin
Mark
Michael
Paul
Stephen
Timothy

Female

Alice
Anna
Claire
Emma
Erica
Georgina
Julia
Karen
Laura
Linda
Patricia
Rita
Susan
Sylvia

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