Gifford
Gifford is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Brave gift, chubby cheek, or generous giver.
Origin and history
Gifford is a traditional surname-turned-given-name of Germanic and Old French origin, historically derived from a nickname meaning give or brave gift. While occasionally used as a masculine first name in early American history, it remains rare today.
Popularity in the United States
1,452 babies in the United States have been named Gifford since 1880. It ranks #3275 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- NY (58.6 %)
- PA (32.8 %)
- CA (8.6 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 19 |
| 1900-1910 | 21 |
| 1910-1920 | 196 |
| 1920-1930 | 281 |
| 1930-1940 | 194 |
| 1940-1950 | 186 |
| 1950-1960 | 190 |
| 1960-1970 | 144 |
| 1970-1980 | 98 |
| 1980-1990 | 80 |
| 1990-2000 | 27 |
| 2000-2010 | 0 |
| 2010-2019 | 16 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Famous people named Gifford
- Gifford Pinchot: Politician, Conservationist
Fun facts
- The surname Gifford was brought to England during the Norman Conquest of 1066.
- The name stems either from the Old German elements for give and gift or an Old French term referring to full cheeks.