"bright ford, river crossing"
Origin: Old English
Language: English
Bufard
A Southern classic with frontier-American grit
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English
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Earthy
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Meaning & Origin
"from the settlement at the ford"
Origin: English place name
Language: English
Browse names with similar meanings:
The Story of Bufard
Bufard is a variant spelling of Buford, an English surname from Old English elements meaning bright ford or a personal name combined with ford meaning a river crossing. The place name Buford appears in several English counties. As a given name, it was popular in the American South and Midwest in the 19th and early 20th centuries.
Buford and its variant Bufard were used as given names in the American South from the mid-19th century through the mid-20th century, often honoring family surnames or prominent local figures.
Buford carried associations with Southern civic life and the frontier. Buford Pusser, the legendary Tennessee sheriff, gave the name a tough, no-nonsense image in American pop culture.
Fun Facts
- Buford Pusser was the real-life Tennessee sheriff whose story inspired the Walking Tall film series
- Buford Highway in Atlanta is one of the most culturally diverse stretches of road in America
Bufard in Other Languages
English
Buford
variant
Beaufort
Famous People Named Bufard
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Buford Pusser
Other
1937
American sheriff of McNairy County Tennessee, known for his crusade against crime and subject of the Walking Tall films
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Buford T. Justice Fictional
Other
Fictional Texas sheriff in Smokey and the Bandit played by Jackie Gleason, a beloved comic villain
Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #23,417
- Total SSA Count
- 6
- Cultural Origins
- American English
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Low
Common Nicknames
Buf
Middle Name Ideas
Suggested pairings based on syllable flow and style
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Timeless choice, American heritage match, extended 2-3 combo
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Timeless choice, American heritage match, extended 2-3 combo
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Timeless choice, English heritage match, extended 2-3 combo
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Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, English heritage match, extended 2-3 combo
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Timeless choice, smooth 2-1 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bufard
What does the name Bufard mean?
"bright ford, river crossing" (from Old English). "from the settlement at the ford" (from English place name). Bufard is a variant spelling of Buford, an English surname from Old English elements meaning bright ford or a personal name combined with ford meaning a river crossing. The place name Buford appears in several English counties. As a given name, it was popular in the American South and Midwest in the 19th and early 20th centuries.
What is the origin of the name Bufard?
Bufard has Old English, English place name, American, and English origins. In Old English, it means "bright ford, river crossing". In English place name, it means "from the settlement at the ford".
Is Bufard a boy or girl name?
Bufard is primarily used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Bufard?
Bufard is currently ranked #23417 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Bufard?
Common nicknames for Bufard include Buf.
What are good middle names for Bufard?
Popular middle name pairings include Bufard Ray, Bufard Lee, Bufard Earl, Bufard Wayne, and Bufard Dale.
What are good sibling names for Bufard?
Names that pair well with Bufard as siblings include Grover, Elmer, Delbert, Myrtle, and Beulah.
How many syllables does Bufard have?
Bufard has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Bufard a common or rare name?
Bufard is an uncommon name, ranked #23417 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Bufard
Bufard is a boy name with American and English origins . The name means "bright ford, river crossing" in Old English .
Bufard is currently ranked #23,417 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Bufard has 2 syllables, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Bufard include Buf. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.