SAFFORD
Safford
Safford is an English surname of habitational origin, derived from places in the county of Staffordshire. The name is believed to have been derived from the Old English words "sae", meaning "lake" or "sea", and "ford", referring to a shallow point in a river where one can cross. This combination indicates that the original bearers of the surname likely lived near a lake or a ford in the region.
The surname Safford dates back to the early medieval period, and its bearers were predominantly found in the Staffordshire area of England. Over time, individuals bearing the surname migrated to other parts of England and the world, resulting in a wider distribution of the name.
Notable individuals with the surname Safford include Matthew Safford, an English poet from the Victorian era known for his romantic lyrical works. The surname Safford has variations in spelling such as Safforde and Saffort, reflecting the phonetic changes that surnames have undergone over the centuries.
In modern times, the surname Safford is still in use, and individuals bearing this name can be found across various regions, particularly in English-speaking countries. The Safford family name carries with it a rich history that provides a link to the past and a sense of familial heritage for its bearers.
There are approximately 76 people named Safford in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around one in a million people in Britain are named Safford.
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
- Craig
- Nick
- Robert
- Stephen
- Steve
Female
- Dawn
- Karen
Similar and related surnames
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