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Bradford
broad river crossing
About Bradford
This name carries the solid weight of tradition, evoking images of English countryside estates and established family lineages. Bradford possesses an undeniably patrician quality, suggesting heritage and old-money sophistication without actual pretense. The two-syllable structure provides substance while remaining manageable for everyday use. "Brad" serves as an excellent casual alternative, offering flexibility between formal and friendly contexts. Bradford suggests someone grounded, trustworthy, and built for longevity rather than fleeting trends. The name has maintained presence across decades without ever becoming overused, occupying that sweet spot of recognition without saturation. Parents drawn to Bradford typically appreciate classic choices, perhaps having family connections to the name or simply valuing its enduring dignity. The name ages beautifully, working as well for a young professional as for a distinguished elder, providing lifetime serviceability that trend-driven choices rarely achieve.
Popularity of the Name Bradford
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | |
|---|---|
| 1880 | #930 |
| 1885 | #953 |
| 1889 | #988 |
| 1891 | #651 |
| 1893 | #844 |
| 1895 | #642 |
| 1896 | #598 |
| 1898 | #750 |
| 1900 | #700 |
| 1902 | #800 |
| 1904 | #891 |
| 1905 | #747 |
| 1907 | #936 |
| 1908 | #833 |
| 1909 | #721 |
| 1911 | #671 |
| 1912 | #635 |
| 1913 | #762 |
| 1914 | #745 |
| 1915 | #707 |
| 1916 | #699 |
| 1917 | #726 |
| 1918 | #780 |
| 1919 | #778 |
| 1920 | #767 |
| 1921 | #708 |
| 1922 | #794 |
| 1923 | #771 |
| 1924 | #772 |
| 1925 | #755 |
| 1926 | #637 |
| 1927 | #647 |
| 1928 | #686 |
| 1929 | #668 |
| 1930 | #662 |
| 1931 | #633 |
| 1932 | #657 |
| 1933 | #637 |
| 1934 | #602 |
| 1935 | #606 |
| 1936 | #572 |
| 1937 | #504 |
| 1938 | #565 |
| 1939 | #500 |
| 1940 | #517 |
| 1941 | #506 |
| 1942 | #486 |
| 1943 | #470 |
| 1944 | #442 |
| 1945 | #440 |
| 1946 | #402 |
| 1947 | #380 |
| 1948 | #347 |
| 1949 | #305 |
| 1950 | #275 |
| 1951 | #285 |
| 1952 | #269 |
| 1953 | #240 |
| 1954 | #249 |
| 1955 | #267 |
| 1956 | #273 |
| 1957 | #284 |
| 1958 | #304 |
| 1959 | #310 |
| 1960 | #298 |
| 1961 | #327 |
| 1962 | #338 |
| 1963 | #320 |
| 1964 | #317 |
| 1965 | #316 |
| 1966 | #328 |
| 1967 | #315 |
| 1968 | #330 |
| 1969 | #311 |
| 1970 | #318 |
| 1971 | #328 |
| 1972 | #357 |
| 1973 | #343 |
| 1974 | #305 |
| 1975 | #323 |
| 1976 | #301 |
| 1977 | #312 |
| 1978 | #301 |
| 1979 | #314 |
| 1980 | #308 |
| 1981 | #319 |
| 1982 | #335 |
| 1983 | #365 |
| 1984 | #372 |
| 1985 | #398 |
| 1986 | #437 |
| 1987 | #416 |
| 1988 | #479 |
| 1989 | #507 |
| 1990 | #580 |
| 1991 | #612 |
| 1992 | #625 |
| 1993 | #629 |
| 1994 | #664 |
| 1995 | #724 |
| 1996 | #727 |
| 1997 | #819 |
| 1998 | #834 |
| 1999 | #954 |
Top names by country: United States
Variations of Name Bradford
Names Similar to Bradford
Nicknames for Bradford
- Brad
- Ford
- Brady
Famous People Named Bradford
| Bradford Dillman | American actor |
| Bradford Marsalis | American jazz saxophonist |
| Bradford Washburn | American mountaineer and photographer |
| Bradford K. Hatcher | American physicist |
| Bradford M. Freeman | American philanthropist |
| Bradford Cannon | American physiologist |
| Bradford L. Smith | American businessman - Microsoft |
| Bradford Skinner | American lawyer and politician |
| Bradford H. Westerfield | American political scientist |
| Bradford Bishop | American fugitive |
| Bradford Stone | American bishop |
| Bradford Lyttle | American peace activist |
| Bradford Anderson | American actor |
| Bradford C. Titchener | Australian botanist |
| Bradford Booth | American diplomat |
| Bradford Angier | American author and outdoorsman |
| Bradford Stroh | American businessman - Beringer Blass Wine Estates |
| Bradford Cox | American musician - Deerhunter |
Characters Named Bradford
| Bradford Meade | Character from TV show "Ugly Betty" |
| Bradford Hornsby | Character from the book "The Last Dogs" |
| Bradford Buzzard | Character from TV show "Monster Rancher" |
| Bradford "Brad" Majors | Character from the movie "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" |
| Bradford Meekly | Character from TV show "Horrible Histories" |
| Bradford Culpepper | Character from TV show "The Haunted Hathaways" |
| Bradford "Brad" Belcher | Character from the book "The 39 Clues" |
| Bradford Bishop | Character from the game "Dead Rising" |
| Bradford "Brad" Taylor | Character from TV show "Home Improvement" |
| Bradford Thorne | Character from TV show "Gossip Girl" |
| Bradford Whitman | Character from TV show "Felicity" |
| Bradford "Brad" Armitage | Character from the book "The Wheel of Time" |
| Bradford Rant | Character from the book "Invisible Monsters" |
| Bradford Keeney | Character from the book "Cane River" |
| Bradford "Brad" Buttowski | Character from TV show "Kick Buttowski - Suburban Daredevil" |
| Bradford Goofman | Character from TV show "Angry Beavers" |
| Bradford Waddell | Character from TV show "Even Stevens" |
| Bradford Winton | Character from TV show "The Office" - UK |
| Bradford "Brad" Alcerro | Character from the movie "Pleasantville" |
| Bradford Stone | Character from TV show "Law & Order" |