Raiford Name Meaning, Origin & History

Name Meaning & Origin

Raiford

"A surname."

Multiple origins Origin Predominantly Male 📈 Peak 1931 👥 594 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
594
Life Path
Number 8

📖 What Does Raiford Mean?

Raiford is a surname. Notable people with the surname include:Conrad L. Raiford (1907–2002), American athlete and police officer Robert D. Raiford (1927–2017), American radio broadcaster and actor Rudolph Douglas Raiford (1922–2002), American WWII veteran and lawyer

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Raiford is a surname. Notable people with the surname include:Conrad L. Raiford (1907–2002), American athlete and police officer Robert D. Raiford (1927–2017), American radio broadcaster and actor Rudolph Douglas Raiford (1922–2002), American WWII veteran and lawyer

Root Element
Raiford
Core Meaning
"A surname."
Language

🔢 Numerology of Raiford

R 9
A 1
I 9
F 6
O 6
R 9
D 4
SUM 8
8
Life Path
Power & Ambition
7
Soul Urge
Wisdom & Introspection
1
Personality
Independence & Leadership

Life Path 8 — Power & Ambition: Goal-driven, authoritative, and business-minded.

📊 Raiford in Numbers

594 US bearers
1931 Peak year
Predominantly Male Predominant gender
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Historical Journey

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Ancient Roots

Root element "Raiford" 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)

~594 people named Raiford in the US. Peaked in 1931 with 17 recorded uses.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the numerology number for Raiford?

The Life Path number for Raiford is 8, associated with Power & Ambition. Soul Urge: 7. Personality: 1.

Is Raiford a boy or girl name?

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

How many people are named Raiford in the US?

Approximately 594 people in the United States are named Raiford. The name peaked in 1931 with 17 recorded uses.

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