Origin and Meaning of Windford

River crossing by a windmill

Origin: Old English - Derived from 'wind' meaning 'air in motion' and 'ford' meaning 'a river crossing or shallow place in a river.'

• Windford is a rare name, primarily used in English-speaking countries, and is more commonly recognized as a surname.
• The name is linked to locations in England, often associated with rural or historical landscapes featuring windmills.
• Notable figures with the surname Windford have made contributions in various fields, but the name itself as a first name is rarely seen.
• Windford has seen sporadic use as a first name but does not feature prominently in naming trends or statistics.
• Variations of the name may include other 'ford' names, such as Hartford or Ashford, although they carry different meanings.