How popular is the name Linford in 2025?

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

When was the name Linford most popular?

Linford peaked in 1896, reaching #1101 among US boy names.

Linford will almost certainly be the only one in school.

boy name

Linford entered the US charts in 1896, peaked at #1101 in 1896, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

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rank today

#1101

peak (1896)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

About 300 people named Linford are estimated to be alive in the US today.

The typical Linford alive today was born around 1942, making them about 83 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Linford in 2025?: Linford is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
When was the name Linford most popular?: Linford peaked in 1896, reaching #1101 among US boy names.
Will my child share the name Linford with classmates?: Linford will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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