Mefford - Unique Boy Names

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Mefford

/ˈmɛfərd/

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Meaning

From the place called Meopham or similar 'ford' locations, meaning 'middle ford'.

Represents stability, heritage, and a connection to ancestral land or journey. As a name, it evokes resilience and quiet strength.

Symbolism

Embodies transition (via 'ford' as a river crossing), lineage, and rootedness in family history. It symbolizes a bridge between past and present.

Etymology: Derived from Old English elements 'middel' (middle) and 'ford' (river crossing), originally referring to someone who lived near a middle ford. It emerged as a locational surname in England before being adopted as a masculine given name in the U.S.

Style & Origin

traditional

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american

Cultural Background

Originating as an English locational surname, Mefford has roots in British toponymy and evolved prim

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