How popular is the name Alford in 2025?

Alford is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.

When was the name Alford most popular?

Alford peaked in 1881, reaching #416 among US boy names.

Alford will almost certainly be the only one in school.

boy name

Alford entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #416 in 1881, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

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rank today

#416

peak (1881)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

About 1,700 people named Alford are estimated to be alive in the US today.

The typical Alford alive today was born around 1936, making them about 89 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Alford in 2025?: Alford is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
When was the name Alford most popular?: Alford peaked in 1881, reaching #416 among US boy names.
Will my child share the name Alford with classmates?: Alford will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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