Lankford

Lankford is an English surname with Anglo-Saxon origins, meaning “long ford” or “long crossing.” It is a locational name derived from the name of several places in England, such as Lankford in Essex and Lankford End in Hertfordshire. The surname Lankford was first recorded in the 13th century and has since spread throughout the English-speaking world. Notable individuals with the surname include American football player Brandon Lankford and American politician Bob Lankford.