Raeford, of Anglo-Saxon origin, is an uncommon yet distinctive given name for males. It is derived from the Old English elements "rād" meaning counsel and "ford" which signifies ford or river crossing. This name was historically used as a surname before evolving into a given name in recent times. The name Raeford is unique and rare, making it a notable choice for parents seeking an unconventional yet meaningful name for their child.
The name Raeford experienced fluctuating popularity over the years, with a notable peak of 20 births in 1941 and another significant spike of 21 births in 1930. However, there were also several years where only 5 or fewer babies were named Raeford. The total number of births with this name between 1914 and 1983 was 613.