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Wofford

/ˈwɒfərd/

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Uncommon

Meaning

From the place name 'Wofford' meaning 'Wuffa's ford', referring to a river crossing associated with a person named Wuffa.

Represents ancestral connection to land and lineage, symbolizing passage, stability, and rootedness in a specific geographic and familial history.

Symbolism

Embodies continuity, heritage, and the idea of crossing boundaries—both literal and metaphorical—while maintaining a firm sense of identity and origin.

Etymology: Derived from Old English elements 'Wuffa', a personal name possibly meaning 'wolf', and 'ford', meaning a shallow river crossing. Thus, 'Wuffa's ford' indicates a location tied to an individual or family in early medieval England.

Style & Origin

traditional
english

Cultural Background

Originating in England and most prevalent in the United States, particularly in the Southern states,

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