Raeford
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Raeford first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 184 babies have been named Raeford in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Raeford is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #13,807 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #13,807
- Total SSA Count
- 7
Nicknames
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Chinese/Korean origin
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Arabic/Persian-influenced origin
"noble throne"
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French origin
"refinement, subtlety"
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Spanish Catholic tradition origin
"short form of Guadalupe, Our Lady"
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Old Norse kubbr via English origin
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#13,871 in US
South Slavic origin
"gift, given"
#13,770 in US
Czech origin
#13,937 in US
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About the Name Raeford
Raeford is a boy name .
Raeford is currently ranked #13,807 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Raeford include Rae, Ray, Raeie, and Raefie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis