Last Name Lanford

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The meaning and origin of the last name Lanford

The surname Lanford is of English origin and is derived from the Old English personal name "Landa" combined with the word "ford," meaning a shallow place in a river where one can cross. This surname likely originated as a place name for someone who lived near or at a shallow crossing point of a river. Over time, the name evolved into Lanford as a surname to be passed down through generations. The Lanford surname can still be found in various English-speaking countries as descendants of individuals bearing this name have spread throughout the world.

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