Last Name Willford

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The meaning and origin of the last name Willford

The surname Willford is of English origin, derived from the Old English personal name "Wil(i)ford", which itself is composed of the elements "wil", meaning "will" or "desire", and "ford", referring to a river crossing or shallow area suitable for crossing a river. This surname likely originated as a topographic or habitational name for someone who lived near a ford crossing or as a patronymic surname derived from the given name Wil(i)ford. Over time, variations of the surname have emerged, such as Wilford, Wilfort, and Willfort, among others.

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