MILFORD
Milford
Milford is a surname of English origin, derived from the Old English words "mill", meaning a mill, and "ford", referring to a shallow place in a river where one can easily cross. The surname likely originated as a locational name for individuals living near a mill by a ford, or for someone who worked at or owned such a site.
The earliest recorded instances of the surname Milford date back to the 13th century in England. Over time, the surname has branched out and spread to various parts of the United Kingdom and beyond.
Notable individuals bearing the surname Milford include:
- Helen Milford (1890–1972), a renowned British botanist known for her work in plant genetics.
- Jack Milford (born 1945), a British actor famous for his stage performances in London's West End.
- Sophie Milford (born 1980), a respected British journalist and author, known for her investigative reporting.
The surname Milford continues to be passed down through generations, preserving a link to the family heritage and historical roots of individuals bearing this name.
There are approximately 1,288 people named Milford in the UK. That makes it roughly the 6,058th most common surname in Britain. Around 20 in a million people in Britain are named Milford.
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
- Alan
- Andrew
- Barry
- Christopher
- David
- John
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Robert
- Steven
Female
- Alison
- Catherine
- Catherine-ann
- Charlotte
- Emma
- Helen
- Joanne
- Julie
- Linda
- Margaret
- Nicola
- Rebecca
- Sarah
- Susan