Buford
boy name#10695 in 2025Buford entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #311 in 1910, ranks #10695 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1880–2025
#10695
rank today
#311
peak (1910)
6
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #617 |
| 1890s | #503 |
| 1900s | #427 |
| 1910s | #359 |
| 1920s | #353 |
| 1930s | #406 |
| 1940s | #493 |
| 1950s | #754 |
| 1960s | #997 |
| 1970s | #1477 |
| 1980s | #2692 |
| 1990s | #6536 |
| 2000s | #8310 |
| 2010s | #12230 |
| 2020s | #11467 |
Living bearers
About 3,000 people named Buford are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Buford alive today was born around 1931, making them about 94 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 ranks #10695 among US boy names in 2025, with 6 babies given the name.
- When was the name Buford most popular?
- Buford peaked in 1910, reaching #311 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Buford with classmates?
- Buford will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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