Burford
Pronunciation: [ b-ERF-erd ]
Burford is a boy baby name. Ranked #28,443 in the US, popular nicknames include Bur, Buy, and Burie.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #28,443
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Burford
Burford is a boy name .
Burford is currently ranked #28,443 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Burford include Bur, Buy, Burie, and Burfie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
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