About Bamforth
The surname Bamforth is of English origin and is derived from the Old English words "beam" meaning "tree" and "ford" meaning "a shallow place in a river where it can be crossed." Therefore, the surname Bamforth likely originated as a locational name for someone who lived near a shallow river crossing with trees nearby. It may also have been a topographical name for someone who lived near a ford with prominent trees.
The surname Bamforth is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Bamforth based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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