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Sanford

SANFD

Sanford (name) means an English surname and given name meaning "sandy ford.". Example: “Sanford worked as a city planner for many years.”

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An English surname and given name meaning "sandy ford."
"Sanford worked as a city planner for many years."
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Etymology

Reduced variant of Sandford.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Sanford” mean?

The word “Sanford” means an English surname and given name meaning "sandy ford.".

How do you pronounce “Sanford”?

“Sanford” is pronounced SANFD (/ˈsænfɚd/ in IPA).

How do you use “Sanford” in a sentence?

Here is “Sanford” used in a sentence: “Sanford worked as a city planner for many years.”

What part of speech is “Sanford”?

“Sanford” is a name.

Is “Sanford” a common word?

“Sanford” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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