Leaford is an uncommon and distinctive given name of unknown origin, perhaps a creative blend of two names or inspired by an unusual place or object. It gained its first recorded usage in the United States during the late 19th century but has remained quite rare throughout history. As of recent data, there are fewer than ten people with the first name Leaford living in the U.S., making it one of the rarest names in circulation today.
"Leaford experienced a birth boom in 1921 and 1925 with five babies each year."