Linford
Linford is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Ford near the lime trees or flax ford.
Origin and history
Linford is an English habitational name derived from Old English place names referring to a lime tree crossing or flax ford. Historically rare in the United States, it enjoyed modest usage in the 20th century but has seen few or no recorded births in recent years. It presents a traditional, structured sound reminiscent of classic English surnames.
Popularity in the United States
779 babies in the United States have been named Linford since 1880. It ranks #3897 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- PA (100 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 5 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 83 |
| 1920-1930 | 144 |
| 1930-1940 | 121 |
| 1940-1950 | 114 |
| 1950-1960 | 100 |
| 1960-1970 | 73 |
| 1970-1980 | 32 |
| 1980-1990 | 37 |
| 1990-2000 | 23 |
| 2000-2010 | 30 |
| 2010-2019 | 17 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Famous people named Linford
- Linford Christie: Track and field athlete, Olympic sprinter
Nicknames
Lin, Lindy
Fun facts
- The name traces back to locations in Buckinghamshire and Leicestershire in England.
- Linford Christie is a famous British sprinter who won the 100m gold medal at the 1992 Barcelona Olympics.