Raeford
Raeford is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Ford of the roe deer.
Origin and history
Raeford is a masculine name of Old English origin, derived from a habitational surname meaning 'ford of the roe deer'. Historically used in the American South, it remains an uncommon choice in the United States today. Its usage peaked in the early-to-mid 20th century before gradually dropping off modern charts.
Popularity in the United States
613 babies in the United States have been named Raeford since 1880. It ranks #4063 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- NC (100 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 57 |
| 1920-1930 | 122 |
| 1930-1940 | 118 |
| 1940-1950 | 132 |
| 1950-1960 | 117 |
| 1960-1970 | 35 |
| 1970-1980 | 25 |
| 1980-1990 | 7 |
| 1990-2000 | 0 |
| 2000-2010 | 0 |
| 2010-2019 | 0 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Nicknames
Rae, Ray
Fun facts
- Raeford is the county seat of Hoke County, North Carolina, named after early local settlers.
- Like many traditional American given names, Raeford transitioned from a family surname based on a geographic feature.