Ransford is a male name with English origins. It is pronounced as RANZ-fərd (/ˈrænz.fərd/). This unique name has variations such as Ransfurd. In the United States, Ransford has been given to a small number of newborns over the years, with its popularity fluctuating. Although it may not be a widely used name, it carries a sense of individuality and distinction. The name Ransford does not have any specific cultural or historical associations, allowing parents to create their own meaning and story for their child.
Sir Alexander Ransford Slater was a British colonial administrator who served as governor of Sierra Leone, the Gold Coast, and Jamaica. |
Ransford Dodsworth Bucknam was a Nova Scotian who achieved the rank of Pasha and served as an admiral in the Turkish navy, receiving several prestigious decorations and medals. |