masculine Clifford

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Origin:
germanic
Name Root:
*klibą > clif *furduz > CLIFFORD
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Clifford is an English surname, place name and given name. This name is of Old English origin, composed of two elements: from the Old English “clif” (a vertical “or nearly vertical” rock face) plus the Proto-Germanic “*furduz” (crossing, ford). The name means “ford by a cliff.” Clifford was a common surname mainly in the 18th century but lost its prominence over the years. Today the name Clifford is common in Europe and the USA.

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Numerological Values: #1

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Chakra Number: #1
Root Chakra "Muladhara"

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Color meaning: Red

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