Lankford

Pronunciation: [ l-ANGKF-erd ]

Lankford is a boy baby name. Ranked #18,508 in the US, popular nicknames include Lan, Lay, and Lanie.

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Meaning & Origin

Lankford is a boy name, recorded for 6 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced l-ANGKF-erd.

Parents who love the name Lankford often also consider Brain, Selleck, Bodhe .

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Quick Facts

Gender
Boy
Popularity Rank
#18,508
Total SSA Count
6

Nicknames

Lan Lay Lanie Lankie

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Brain Boy Celtic Selleck Boy Old English Bodhe Boy Scottish Gaelic Khyel Boy Scottish Gaelic Derlyn Boy Old French and Welsh Shankar Boy Aureus Boy Latin Kaneki Boy Japanese

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Frequently Asked Questions About Lankford

Is Lankford a boy or girl name?
Lankford is primarily used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Lankford?
Lankford is pronounced l-ANGKF-erd.
How popular is the name Lankford?
Lankford is currently ranked #18508 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Lankford?
Common nicknames for Lankford include Lan, Lay, Lanie, and Lankie.
Is Lankford a common or rare name?
Lankford is an uncommon name, ranked #18508 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
What boy names are similar to Lankford?
Lankford pairs well with Brain, Selleck, Bodhe, Khyel in style and sound.

About the Name Lankford

Lankford is a boy name .

Lankford is currently ranked #18,508 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Lankford include Lan, Lay, Lanie, and Lankie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

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