Tilford Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Tilford is an Old English name that means 'good river crossing'. It has evolved from historical forms such as Tylford and Tilfordus. The name is characterized by its ties to geographical features, and it does not have biblical relevance. Although it is not widely used as a first name today, it carries connotations of rural charm and is recognized in contemporary contexts as a surname and place name.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Tilford"
Pronunciation
/ˈtɪlfərd/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The name Tilford is derived from the Old English elements 'til', meaning 'good' or 'fertile', and 'ford', meaning 'river crossing'. It originally referred to a river crossing that was favorable for passage.
Meaning
good river crossing
Language Evolution
Tilford, Tylford, Tilfordus
Historical Usage
Tilford gained popularity as a surname and place name in England, particularly in the medieval period, as settlements often adopted names based on geographical features.
Variants & Derivatives
Til, Ford
Modern Popularity & Image
Tilford is not widely common as a first name today but remains recognized as a surname and place name, often associated with rural and natural settings.
Famous People
Tilford P. W. B. Henson, an American politician, Tilford W. W. Black, a noted scholar
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✨ Tilford Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 29 peak births in 1922
Geographic Spread
Popular across 1 US states, with strongest presence in Kentucky
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 5 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Tilford"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Tilford"
"Tilford" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 2107th of 7545 | 236 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 2265th of 6773 | 199 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 3123rd of 7552 | 134 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 5194th of 10718 | 61 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 16616th of 16616 | 5 |
Regional Popularity of "Tilford" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
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64.75% 1532nd/2366 |
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| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
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85.68% 2016th/2353 |
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| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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Regional Popularity of "Tilford" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
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| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
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| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
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| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
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| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
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| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Tilford"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Tilford" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Tilford" in the United States
The name Tilford is most popular in Kentucky, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Tilford has been stalled for male in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in South. Across generations, 'Tilford' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2107th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2265th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3123rd out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5194th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 16616th out of 16616 names. Discover how the name 'Tilford' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.