Bufford
boy nameBufford entered the US charts in 1912, peaked at #1723 in 1936, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1912–2025
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rank today
#1723
peak (1936)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #2599 |
| 1920s | #2341 |
| 1930s | #2055 |
| 1940s | #2304 |
| 1950s | #3203 |
| 1960s | #3903 |
Living bearers
About 100 people named Bufford are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Bufford alive today was born around 1934, making them about 91 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Bufford in 2025?
- Bufford is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Bufford most popular?
- Bufford peaked in 1936, reaching #1723 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Bufford with classmates?
- Bufford will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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