Sanford
Pronunciation: [ s-ANF-erd ]
Sanford is a boy baby name. Ranked #7,362 in the US, popular nicknames include San, Say, and Sanie.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Historical Record
Sanford first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 4,968 babies have been named Sanford in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Sanford is past its peak , currently ranked #7,362 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #7,362
- Total SSA Count
- 12
Nicknames
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About the Name Sanford
Sanford is a boy name .
Sanford is currently ranked #7,362 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Sanford include San, Say, Sanie, and Sanfie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
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