About Waford
The surname Waford is of English origin and is derived from a place name. It is believed to be a variant spelling of the surname Watford, which refers to the town of Watford in Hertfordshire, England. The name is composed of the Old English elements "wæt" meaning "wet" and "ford" meaning "a ford," indicating a crossing point over a river or stream that was often wet or marshy. Therefore, the surname Waford likely originated as a locational name for someone who lived near or was associated with the wet ford in Watford.
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The surname Waford is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Waford based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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