Find out how popular the first name Delford has been for the last 1 years (from 1981 to 1981) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Delford by gender

Based on the last 1 years of data, Delford is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 1981, there were 9 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Delford.

The history of the first name Delford

The given name Delford has its origins in the Old English language, which was spoken in parts of Britain from the 5th to the 11th century. It is derived from the combination of two Old English words, "deall" meaning "meadow" or "open land," and "ford," referring to a shallow place where a river or stream can be crossed.

This name likely originated among the Anglo-Saxon settlers in England during the early medieval period, possibly as a descriptive name for someone who lived near a ford or crossing in a meadow or open area. It may have been used to identify a specific location or settlement near such a geographical feature.

While there are no known references to the name Delford in ancient texts or religious scriptures, it is possible that the name was in use among common people in certain regions of England during the Anglo-Saxon era. However, written records from that period are scarce, especially for common names used by ordinary individuals.

One of the earliest recorded examples of the name Delford dates back to the late 12th century, when a person named Delford de Hamton was mentioned in the Pipe Rolls of Northamptonshire in England in the year 1195. This suggests that the name was in use, at least among the upper classes, by the late 12th century.

Throughout history, there have been a few notable individuals who bore the first name Delford. One such person was Delford M. Smith (1890-1968), an American politician who served as a member of the United States House of Representatives from Oregon from 1939 to 1945.

Another notable Delford was Delford Chalmers (1909-1983), a Canadian politician and businessman who served as a member of the Legislative Assembly of Manitoba from 1958 to 1966.

In the realm of sports, Delford M. Derrick (1903-1976) was an American baseball player who played for the Philadelphia Athletics and the Chicago White Sox in the 1920s and 1930s.

Delford E. Lewis (1936-2018) was an American author and professor of English literature, known for his works on American literature and popular culture.

Delford L. Baugher (1920-2003) was an American soldier who served in World War II and received the Bronze Star for his actions during the Battle of the Bulge.

It is worth noting that while the name Delford has been in use for centuries, it has never been a particularly common or widespread name, especially in more recent times. Its use has likely been more localized and concentrated in certain regions or communities where it had cultural or historical significance.

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