Stanford Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Stanford Name at a Glance

Name	Stanford
Meaning	Stony ford; stony meadow. Surname.
Origin	English
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Stanford Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Stanford means “Stony ford; stony meadow. 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.

Stanford Name Origin

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

Is Stanford a Boy or Girl Name?

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

Choosing the Name Stanford

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