Guilford

Q: How popular is the name Guilford?

Guilford is ranked #32635 in popularity for boy names.

Pronunciation: [ g-IHLF-erd ]

Boy Name #32,635 Most Popular Hidden Gem 8 Letters

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Guilford is a boy name, recorded for 5 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced g-IHLF-erd.

Parents who love the name Guilford often also consider Coa, Ather, Ferry .

Popularity Over Time

#32,635

Current Rank

Hidden Gem Based on SSA data 1880–present

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Quick Facts

Gender: Boy
Popularity Rank: #32,635
Total SSA Count: 5

Alternative Spellings

Guillermo #833

Nicknames

Gui Guy Guiie Guilie

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Frequently Asked Questions About Guilford

Is Guilford a boy or girl name?

Guilford is primarily used as a boy name.

How do you pronounce Guilford?

Guilford is pronounced g-IHLF-erd.

How popular is the name Guilford?

Guilford is currently ranked #32635 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Guilford?

Common nicknames for Guilford include Gui, Guy, Guiie, and Guilie.

Is Guilford a common or rare name?

Guilford is an uncommon name, ranked #32635 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Guilford

Guilford is a boy name .

Guilford is currently ranked #32,635 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Guilford include Gui, Guy, Guiie, and Guilie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

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