Stafford
boy name#3848 in 2025Stafford entered the US charts in 1882, peaked at #764 in 1884, ranks #3848 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1882–2025
#3848
rank today
#764
peak (1884)
28
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #862 |
| 1900s | #1038 |
| 1910s | #1176 |
| 1920s | #1357 |
| 1930s | #1431 |
| 1940s | #1290 |
| 1950s | #1165 |
| 1960s | #1244 |
| 1970s | #2223 |
| 1980s | #2764 |
| 1990s | #4032 |
| 2000s | #7607 |
| 2010s | #6439 |
| 2020s | #5695 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Stafford has been most popular in NC.
Living bearers
About 1,700 people named Stafford are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Stafford alive today was born around 1957, making them about 68 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Stafford in 2025?
- Stafford ranks #3848 among US boy names in 2025, with 28 babies given the name.
- When was the name Stafford most popular?
- Stafford peaked in 1884, reaching #764 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Stafford with classmates?
- Stafford will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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