There are
264
Rainsfords in the USA
Rainsford is the
73464th
most common last name in the USA

Rainsford Genealogy

OriginsThe origins of the Rainsford surname can be traced back to England, specifically to the counties of Essex and Suffolk. The name is believed to have originated from the combination of the Old English words 'regn' meaning 'rain' and 'ford' meaning 'ford or crossing point'. This suggests that the name may have originally referred to someone who lived near a ford that was often crossed during rainy weather.
Geographic DistributionThe Rainsford surname is most commonly found in the United Kingdom, particularly in the counties of Essex and Suffolk. It is less prevalent in other parts of the world.
Migration and ImmigrationDue to its relatively rare occurrence, there is little information available regarding the migration and immigration history of the Rainsford surname.