How Many People Are Named Buford?
Complete statistics for the name Buford: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Buford is a very rare male name, with only 2,868 people bearing it in the US today, making up just 1 in 115,080 Americans. This name peaked in popularity back in 1921 with 334 births, and now it's considered a classic, old-school choice.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Buford falls under the life path number 3, symbolizing creativity, self-expression, and joy.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 91All 10,947 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).
📈 Popularity Over Time
Peak: 1921Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Declining
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Buford Through the Generations
Buford has been around for generations but never reached mainstream popularity. With only 10,947 total births recorded since the beginning of tracking, it's clear that this name has always been niche. The majority of people named Buford are over 60, indicating a strong generational skew towards older individuals. As of today, there are 2,868 Bufords living in the US, and the name's trend shows a steady decline over the years, maintaining its status as an uncommon, vintage choice.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
⭐ Famous People Named Buford
Buford is a given name of English origins. Notable people with it include:Buford Abner, American songwriter Buford Allison, professional football player Buford Ellington, 42nd governor of Tennessee Buford F. Gordon, African American civil rights activist, clergyman and social scientist Buford A. Johnson, member of the Tuskegee Airmen Buford Jordan, professional football player Buford Long, professional football player Buford McGee, professional football player Buford Meredith, American baseball player for the Negro leagues Buford Nunley, American baseball player for the Negro leagues P. Buford…
Full list on Wikipedia →🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Buford's English roots
📄 About the Name Buford
How Many People Have the Name Buford?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 8,587 people in the United States currently share the name Buford. That works out to roughly 1 in every 38,599 Americans, placing it in the Rare category.
Is Buford a Common or Rare Name?
Buford is classified as Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Buford in SSA data, approximately 100% are male and 0% are female.
When Was Buford Most Popular?
The name Buford reached peak popularity in 1921, with 334 babies registered that year. Current trend: Declining.
How Is This Data Calculated?
All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are named Buford?
Approximately 8,587 people named Buford live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 8,587. That works out to roughly 1 in 38,599 Americans.
Is Buford a rare name?
Buford is classified as Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 38,599 Americans has this name.
What does the name Buford mean?
The meaning and origin of Buford are shown in the Meaning & Origin section on this page.
Is Buford more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 100% of people named Buford are male and 0% are female.
When was Buford most popular?
Buford peaked in 1921 with 334 births that year. Current trend: Declining.
How accurate are these statistics?
All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.