Gifford name meaning
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What does Gifford mean?
Meaning of Gifford is Chubby Cheeks, Gift of Bravery, Brave Giver, Puffy-faced or Plump-Faced is predominantly used in English and a baby boy name is originated from Old French.
How do I pronounce Gifford?
You can pronounce the three syllabled name Gifford as gi-ffo-rd.
Variants of Gifford
How popular is the name Gifford?
Gifford is a unique baby name in United States, it has been in use since 1891 and was able to reach the top 900 names. In 1898, it achieved its highest ever ranking of 804 on boy names chart when 40 babies were named Gifford.
Over 1452 people have been named Gifford in United States. Also, Gifford is a familiar name in Jamaica and Philippines. At least, 1000 people around the globe have been given the name as per our research.
| Year | Rank | Births |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 10760 | 6 |
| 2014 | 12097 | 5 |
| 2013 | 12128 | 5 |
| 1998 | 9631 | 5 |
| 1995 | 6990 | 7 |
| 1992 | 6127 | 8 |
| 1991 | 6519 | 7 |
| 1989 | 5613 | 8 |
| 1988 | 5751 | 7 |
| 1987 | 4571 | 9 |
Facts
Here's what numbers has to say about Gifford
Waking up at the same time every day, five times a week, makes you feel nervous and steals your energy away. You are a man of action. Live a life to remember. Otherwise, you will definitely regret the opportunities you missed when you get older. Perhaps you are born to make bad people do good things and walk the right path. You want to do everything as planned in life. You have so many talents you could work with. Why don't you write a book yourself? Or channel your creativity someplace else except work?
Parents who liked Gifford, loved these names
- Aetheston - Boy name Aetheston is notably used in English language, Aetheston means "From the Noble's Hill"
- Virgie - Virgie's meaning is Maiden and Virgin is used particulary in English given to both sexes is of Latin origin. Virgie is short of Virginia.
- Irwina - Meaning of Irwina is Boar or Friend aimed at girls is used largely in English
- Mittie - Commonly Accepted and Timeless Mittie has its origin in Latin, French and Egyptian, Mittie means "Bitter and Rebellious" and a girl name is used especially in English. Mittie is derived from Mitzie.
- Lytton is originated from Old English, Lytton means "Bright Settlement or From the Settlement on the Hill" and is used for boys is dominantly used in English
Sibling Names for Gifford
If you're looking for a unique and strong name for your baby boy, then "Gifford" might just be the perfect choice. Inspired by Old English roots, Gifford means "brave giver" or "bold peace." To help you come up with some potential sibling names that complement Gifford, we've compiled a list of options below.
For a sister
Names for Gifford's brother
- Ivyanne
- Chelsa
- Jennelle
- Kaniesha
- Brandii
- Courtland
- Garnet
- Daralis
- Hazelle
- Khandi
- Alvinia
- Dwan
- Emerald
- Breiann
- Cad
- Brandelynn
- Goldia
- Chelsee
- Dymond
Famous people named Gifford
- Gifford Palgrave, English priest, soldier, traveller, and Arabist
- Gifford Pinchot, American forester and politician
- Gifford Miller, former Speaker of the New York City Council
- Gifford Nielsen, former American football quarterback
Lists having Gifford
- Boy names beginning with G
- American Boy Names
- English Boy Names
- French Boy Names
- Boy names that ends with -ford
- Baby Names that mean Gift
- Baby Names that mean Bravery
- Baby Names that mean Brave
- Baby Names that mean Giver
Sources
- Social Security Administration, https://www.ssa.gov/oact/babynames/index.html