SANDIFORD
Sandiford
Sandiford is a surname of English origin, believed to have originated in the county of Lancashire. The name is derived from the Old Norse personal name "Sandiforðr", meaning "sandy ford", which likely refers to a crossing point over a sandy riverbed.
The earliest recorded instance of the surname Sandiford dates back to the 13th century in Lancashire. Over the centuries, bearers of the surname spread to other parts of England, particularly within the North West region.
Notable individuals with the surname Sandiford have made significant contributions in various fields, from academia to sports. The name has maintained a presence in British society, reflecting the ancestry and heritage of many families.
The surname Sandiford continues to be passed down through generations, preserving a connection to its historical roots and the ancestral lands of Lancashire. Across the United Kingdom, individuals proudly bear the surname Sandiford as a testament to their heritage and lineage.
There are approximately 1,413 people named Sandiford in the UK. That makes it roughly the 5,640th most common surname in Britain. Around 22 in a million people in Britain are named Sandiford.
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
- David
- Ian
- James
- John
- Mark
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Richard
- Stephen
Female
- Bernice
- Caroline
- Emma
- Jacqueline
- Jean
- Julia
- Julie
- Margaret
- Mary
- Nicola
- Patricia
- Sarah
- Susan
- Victoria