TRAYFORD
Trayford
Trayford is a surname of English origin. It is believed to be a locational surname, derived from the Old English words "treow" meaning “tree” and "ford" meaning “a shallow place in a river or stream where one can cross”. This suggests that the surname may have referred to someone living near a tree-lined river crossing or a ford located near trees.
The surname Trayford is most commonly found in the United Kingdom, particularly in regions with historical connections to the Anglo-Saxon period. Historical records indicate that individuals bearing the surname Trayford have been documented in various parts of England over the centuries.
The surname Trayford may have evolved over time through variations in spelling and pronunciation. Like many English surnames, it is possible that different branches of the family may have adopted slightly altered forms of the surname.
Research into the origin and distribution of the surname Trayford continues to shed light on its historical significance and the stories of the families that bear the name.
There are approximately 157 people named Trayford in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Trayford.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- John
- Lee
- Mark
- Michael
- Neil
- Nicholas
- Patrick
- Peter
- Timothy
Female
- Amy
- Elaine
- Elizabeth
- Emma
- Janet
- Janice
- Joan
- Kathleen
- Laura
- Susan