Medford
boy nameMedford entered the US charts in 1911, peaked at #1223 in 1924, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1911–2025
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rank today
#1223
peak (1924)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #1917 |
| 1920s | #1711 |
| 1930s | #2144 |
| 1940s | #2321 |
| 1950s | #2961 |
| 1960s | #3483 |
| 1980s | #6250 |
Living bearers
About 200 people named Medford are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Medford 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 Medford in 2025?
- Medford is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Medford most popular?
- Medford peaked in 1924, reaching #1223 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Medford with classmates?
- Medford will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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