Bufford Name Meaning, Origin & History

Name Meaning & Origin

Bufford

"A surname."

Multiple origins Origin Predominantly Male 📈 Peak 1928 👥 507 in US

Data last updated: 2025 SSA records

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Meaning
A surname.
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Origin
Multiple origins
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US Bearers
507
Life Path
Number 9

📖 What Does Bufford Mean?

Bufford is a surname. Notable people with the name include:Charles Lee Bufford, American man cleared of murder Jamall Bufford, American rapper known as "Buff1" John Henry Bufford (1810–1870), American lithographer Joseph Henry Bufford (c.1854-1923), American state legislator

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Bufford is a surname. Notable people with the name include:Charles Lee Bufford, American man cleared of murder Jamall Bufford, American rapper known as "Buff1" John Henry Bufford (1810–1870), American lithographer Joseph Henry Bufford (c.1854-1923), American state legislator

Root Element
Bufford
Core Meaning
"A surname."
Language

🔢 Numerology of Bufford

B 2
U 3
F 6
F 6
O 6
R 9
D 4
SUM 9
9
Life Path
Compassion & Idealism
9
Soul Urge
Compassion & Idealism
9
Personality
Compassion & Idealism

Life Path 9 — Compassion & Idealism: Humanitarian, selfless, and globally-minded.

📊 Bufford in Numbers

507 US bearers
1928 Peak year
Predominantly Male Predominant gender
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Historical Journey

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Ancient Roots

Root element "Bufford" emerges in Multiple origins tradition, carrying the core meaning "A surname.".

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Classical Period

Used in English literary and religious texts, spreading through cultural exchange.

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Medieval Period

Carried across regions through trade, religion, and migration. Multiple spelling variants develop.

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Modern Adoption

Standardized in its current form. Continues to be used across multiple cultures worldwide.

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Today (2026)

~507 people named Bufford in the US. Peaked in 1928 with 18 recorded uses.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the numerology number for Bufford?

The Life Path number for Bufford is 9, associated with Compassion & Idealism. Soul Urge: 9. Personality: 9.

Is Bufford a boy or girl name?

Bufford is Predominantly Male. Based on US data, 100% male and 0% female.

How many people are named Bufford in the US?

Approximately 507 people in the United States are named Bufford. The name peaked in 1928 with 18 recorded uses.

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