Willford
boy nameWillford entered the US charts in 1913, peaked at #2268 in 1942, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1913–2025
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rank today
#2268
peak (1942)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3523 |
| 1920s | #3503 |
| 1930s | #3186 |
| 1940s | #3012 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Willford are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Willford alive today was born around 1927, making them about 98 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Willford in 2025?
- Willford is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Willford most popular?
- Willford peaked in 1942, reaching #2268 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Willford with classmates?
- Willford will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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