The name Thedford is of English origin and is a variant of the name Theodore. It means "gift of God" in Greek, which reflects the religious significance associated with this name. According to historical records, the name Thedford was first used during the Middle Ages in England, but it has remained relatively uncommon throughout history. Today, it is still considered an unusual and unique name choice for a boy or girl.
The name Thedford has seen varying levels of popularity over the years in the United States. Between 1912 and 1959, there were a total of 153 babies named Thedford born across the country.
The peak years for the name were between 1912 and 1928, with particularly high numbers in 1917 (7 births) and 1921 (11 births). After this period, the popularity of the name seemed to decline steadily until it reached its lowest point between 1935 and 1943, where only 5 babies were named Thedford each year.
There was a slight resurgence in the late 1940s and early 1950s, with 7 births in 1948 and 6 births each in 1950 and 1955. However, this increase was not sustained, as the number of babies named Thedford dropped back down to 6 in 1959.
Overall, while the name Thedford has seen some fluctuations in popularity over time, it has remained relatively uncommon compared to more popular names throughout history.