Bedford Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Bedford Name at a Glance

Name	Bedford
Meaning	Derived from the English place name, meaning Bede's ford. Most frequently used as a surname.
Origin	English
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Bedford Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Bedford means “Derived from the English place name, meaning Bede's ford. Most frequently used as a surname”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Bedford Name Origin

Our database records Bedford under English origin. Browse more English baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Bedford a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Bedford is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Bedford

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