Why Is It Called Stafford?
Stafford is a name of ancient Norman origin. It arrived in England with the Norman Conquest of 1066. The Stafford family lived in Staffordshire, at Stafford, from where their name is derived. Why is Stafford called Stafford? Stafford means “ford” by a staithe (landing place). What does Stafford mean? Stafford is an English surname originating …