How Many People Are Named Hartford?

Complete statistics for the name Hartford: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Hartford
Rare
Old English

Hartford means 'hard ford' in Old English, reflecting its historical roots. Only 198 people named Hartford live in the US today, making up just 1 in 1,663,433 Americans. The name peaked in popularity in 2022 with 23 births, but it's mostly seen among older generations.

~4,096
Living in US
1 in 80,920
Americans
2022
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Hard ford
🌐
Origin
Old English
🌟
Lucky Day
Friday
💎
Lucky Stone
Amethyst
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 9
Personality Traits
Determined Resilient
9
Life Path Number

Life-path number 9 symbolizes humanitarianism and spiritual enlightenment.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

446
Worldwide Bearers
#405,761
Global Rank
🇺🇸 United States
354
🇯🇲 Jamaica
39
🇵🇭 Philippines
15
🇨🇦 Canada
12
🇿🇲 Zambia
6
🇦🇬 Antigua and Barbuda
6
🇱🇷 Liberia
2
🇨🇱 Chile
2
🇬🇩 Grenada
1
🇬🇧 England
1

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
146 (73%)
♀ Female
53 (27%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 73
121
Would be under 30 (24%)
16
Would be 30–60 (3%)
358
Would be over 60 (72%)

All 495 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: 2022

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Stable

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
80
Classic Feel
14
Modern Appeal
100
International
73

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Hartford Through the Generations

Hartford, a name with deep historical ties, has seen a steady presence through the years. With only 198 individuals bearing this name in the US, it stands out as very rare. Interestingly, 72% of those named Hartford are over 60, indicating a strong preference among older generations. its rarity, the name has maintained a stable trend, suggesting it's a choice that resonates with certain families across different eras.

✨ Similar Names to Hartford

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Hartford's Old English roots

📄 About the Name Hartford

How Many People Have the Name Hartford?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 4,096 people in the United States currently share the name Hartford. That works out to roughly 1 in every 80,920 Americans, placing it in the Rare category.

Is Hartford a Common or Rare Name?

Hartford 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.

What Does the Name Hartford Mean?

Hartford means "hard ford" and comes from Old English origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 9.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Hartford in SSA data, approximately 73% are male and 27% are female.

When Was Hartford Most Popular?

The name Hartford reached peak popularity in 2022, with 23 babies registered that year. Current trend: Stable.

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 Hartford?

Approximately 4,096 people named Hartford live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 4,096. That works out to roughly 1 in 80,920 Americans.

Is Hartford a rare name?

Hartford is classified as Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 80,920 Americans has this name.

What does the name Hartford mean?

Hartford means "hard ford" and comes from Old English origins.

Is Hartford more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 73% of people named Hartford are male and 27% are female.

When was Hartford most popular?

Hartford peaked in 2022 with 23 births that year. Current trend: Stable.

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.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US4,096
All-Time Births4,096
1 in X1 in 80,920
RarityRare
GenderMale
Avg Age73
Peak Year2022
World Rank#405,761
Male %73%
Female %27%

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Powered by the SSA National Baby Names dataset, birth registrations from 1880 to present.

All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.