Rutherford
/ruhthuhrfuhrd/ English Male
Meaning & Origin
Rutherford is a English name meaning "Cattle ford". It originates from BW, Canada, CM, Egypt, GB. Scottish and English. Derived from the Old English elements 'hruther' (cattle) and 'ford' (ford).
Quick Facts
Language English
Gender Male
Phonetic ruhthuhrfuhrd
IPA ɹʌðəɹfəɹd
Pronunciation Tip
Say it as ruhthuhrfuhrd. Keep the original English phonetics — don't anglicize the sounds.
Famous People Named Rutherford
- · Ernest Rutherford - Physicist
- · Mike Rutherford - Musician
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