Rickford
boy nameRickford entered the US charts in 1950, peaked at #2770 in 1950, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1950–2025
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rank today
#2770
peak (1950)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1950s | #3465 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Rickford are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Rickford alive today was born around 1953, making them about 72 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Rickford in 2025?
- Rickford is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Rickford most popular?
- Rickford peaked in 1950, reaching #2770 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Rickford with classmates?
- Rickford will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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