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Beuford
How to Pronounce Beuford
Pronounced BYOO-ford /ˈbjuː.fərd/Medium
Meaning: Beuford is a spelling of Buford, itself linked to the aristocratic Beaufort, from Old French 'beau' (beautiful, fine) plus 'fort' or 'ford,' for a 'fine stronghold' or 'beautiful ford.' It came into American use as a surname turned first name, especially in the South.Low
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History & Origin
Beuford is a spelling of Buford, a name tied to the grand Beaufort. All draw on the Old French 'beau,' beautiful or fine, with 'fort' or 'ford.' Carried into America as a surname, it became a first name especially in Southern families in the early twentieth century, with Beuford a rarer variant.
It was never common, given to only about fifteen boys a year at its high in the early nineteen-twenties. A boy named Beuford then would belong to a great-grandparent's generation now.
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What does the name Beuford mean?
It is a variant of Buford and Beaufort, from Old French for 'beautiful ford' or 'fine stronghold.'
How do you pronounce Beuford?
It is said BYOO-ford /ˈbjuː.fərd/ - two syllables, stress on the first.
Is Beuford a boy or girl name?
Beuford is used as a boy's name.
How popular is Beuford?
It was always rare, given to only about fifteen boys a year at its peak in the early nineteen-twenties.