English · Boy name
Clifford
“ford by a cliff”
About the name Clifford
The name Clifford is of English origin, derived from the Old English elements ‘clif’ meaning ‘cliff’ and ‘ford’ meaning ‘river crossing’. The name evokes imagery of strength and stability, as cliffs are often seen as enduring landmarks. Notable bearers include Clifford Brown, an influential American jazz trumpeter.
- Meaning
- ford by a cliff
- Origin
- English
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- KLIF-erd(2 syl.)
Variants and spellings
No common variant spellings are widely recorded.
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Middle names for Clifford
- Clifford James
- Clifford Alexander
- Clifford Michael
- Clifford Thomas
- Clifford Ray
Questions about Clifford
- What does Clifford mean?
- Clifford is an English name meaning "ford by a cliff".
- How do you pronounce Clifford?
- Clifford is pronounced KLIF-erd, with emphasis on the first syllable.
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