NAME PROFILE
Stanford
Stanford is an English name meaning 'stony ford.' It evokes images of strength, stability, and innovation, often associated with academic excellence and groundbreaking advancements.
Key Stats
| Total births | 7,727 |
| Gender | Male (36% / 64%) |
| Peak year | 1954 |
| Peak generation | Boomer |
| First recorded | 1913 |
| Most recent | 2002 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | English |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
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Top States
CA — 28%PA — 25%NY — 17%OH — 15%LA — 14%
Notable People
Stanford University (Renowned educational institution) · Leland Stanford (Founder of Stanford University) · Evan Spiegel (CEO of Snap Inc.) · Peter Thiel (Co-founder of PayPal) · Larry Page (Co-founder of Google)
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