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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Ford (river crossing) used by oxen
- Origin
- Old English (place name)
- Gender
- Neutral
- Pronunciation
- OKS-ford
Oxford is an Old English place name, built from a literal picture: a ford — a river crossing — used by oxen. It's a neutral name, pronounced OKS-ford (IPA /ˈɑːksfərd/).
Meaning & Origin of Oxford
Meaning: Ford (river crossing) used by oxen.
Origin: Old English (place name).
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Oxford
OKS-fordIPA /ˈɑːksfərd/
Popularity of Oxford
U.S. birth records from 2013–2024 show Oxford peaked at #6202 in 2020, when 14 babies were given the name, and had slipped to #9614 by 2024, with a count of 8.
Names Like Oxford
These names share Oxford’s style, era or origin.
FAQ
What does the name Oxford mean?
Ford (river crossing) used by oxen. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Oxford?
Oxford is pronounced OKS-ford (IPA: /ˈɑːksfərd/).
Is Oxford a popular name right now?
Oxford peaked at #6202 in 2020 and is ranked #9614 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 2013–2024.)
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