Safford - name meaning, origin

The boy's name Safford \s(a)-ffo-

is of Old English origin, and its meaning is "willow river crossing". Place name.

Similar baby names are Sanford and Stafford.

Safford is an uncommon first name for men but a very common last name for both men and women (#6732 out of 88799). (1990 U.S. Census)

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