Rutherford
r(u)-therfo-rd,
ruth(er)-ford
US Popularity:15264
Origin:British
Meaning:Cattle crossing
Rutherford is a boy’s name and surname of Old English origin. It may derive from the Old English word rother, meaning “cattle,” “ford,” or “river crossing.” Another theory is that a man named Ruther once carried a Scottish king across the River Tweed, and the king’s descendant gave Ruther’s family land. Rutherford then became the surname of that family. Alternatively, Rutherford may derive from the West Flemish placename Ruddervoorde. Whichever meaning you prefer, Rutherford has an old-fashioned English feel that’s sure to give baby an air of sophistication!
Famous People Named Rutherford
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- Rutherford B. HayesUnited States President
Rutherford Name Popularity Data
U.S. Births
Overall:Rutherford is currently #15264 in U.S. births
Boy:Rutherford is currently #5795 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2023
#15264
in 2023
+ 2161
from 2022
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