Gilford
Pronunciation: [ g-IHLF-erd ]
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Gilford first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 387 babies have been named Gilford in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Gilford is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #33,116 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #33,116
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Gilford
Gilford is a boy name .
Gilford is currently ranked #33,116 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Gilford include Gil, Gilf, Gilfy, Gilfie, Ord, Ordy, Ordie, Giy, Giie, and Gilkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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