Buford
girl nameBuford entered the US charts in 1908, peaked at #2101 in 1908, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1908–2025
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rank today
#2101
peak (1908)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1900s | #2101 |
| 1910s | #3565 |
| 1920s | #4167 |
| 1930s | #3376 |
| 1940s | #4349 |
| 1950s | #5563 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Buford are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Buford alive today was born around 1920, making them about 105 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Buford in 2025?
- Buford is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Buford most popular?
- Buford peaked in 1908, reaching #2101 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Buford with classmates?
- Buford will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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