Fordham

Pronunciation: [ f-AWRD-uhm ]

Boy Name #24,548 Most Popular Hidden Gem

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Fordham is a boy name, recorded for 6 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced f-AWRD-uhm.

Parents who love the name Fordham often also consider Forrest, Forest, Foster .

Quick Facts

Gender: Boy
Popularity Rank: #24,548
Total SSA Count: 6

Alternative Spellings

Ford #571

Nicknames

For Foy Forie Fordie

Similar Names

Forrest Forest Foster Ford Fount Forrest Fountain Fox

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Frequently Asked Questions About Fordham

Is Fordham a boy or girl name?

Fordham is primarily used as a boy name.

How do you pronounce Fordham?

Fordham is pronounced f-AWRD-uhm.

How popular is the name Fordham?

Fordham is currently ranked #24548 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Fordham?

Common nicknames for Fordham include For, Foy, Forie, and Fordie.

Is Fordham a common or rare name?

Fordham is an uncommon name, ranked #24548 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Fordham

Fordham is a boy name .

Fordham is currently ranked #24,548 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Fordham include For, Foy, Forie, and Fordie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

Alternative spellings of Fordham include Ford . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.