Atwood Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationAT-wood / ˈæt.wʊdEnglish; Old English
Meaning
dweller by the oak tree
Historical & Cultural Background
The surname Atwood is of English origin, derived from the Old English words 'æc' meaning 'oak' and 'wudu' meaning 'wood'. It was originally used as a locational surname for someone who lived near a wooded area with oak trees. The name has been recorded since the medieval period and has been associated with various notable figures in literature and history.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Atwood was first seen in the United States in 1911. Atwood has ranked as high as #734 nationally, which occurred in 1914, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Atwood has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1911 | 6 |
| 1912 | 14 |
| 1913 | 15 |
| 1914 | 19 |
| 1915 | 9 |
| 1916 | 8 |
| 1917 | 17 |
| 1918 | 13 |
| 1919 | 12 |
| 1920 | 16 |
| 1921 | 15 |
| 1922 | 14 |
| 1923 | 11 |
| 1924 | 12 |
| 1925 | 12 |
| 1926 | 10 |
| 1927 | 7 |
| 1928 | 7 |
| 1929 | 10 |
| 1930 | 9 |
| 1931 | 6 |
| 1934 | 8 |
| 1937 | 5 |
| 1938 | 5 |
| 1941 | 6 |
| 1942 | 5 |
| 1944 | 9 |
| 1945 | 5 |
| 1947 | 8 |
| 1949 | 6 |
| 1951 | 5 |
| 1952 | 7 |
| 1953 | 7 |
| 1954 | 6 |
| 1955 | 5 |
| 2001 | 5 |
| 2017 | 5 |
| 2018 | 9 |
| 2019 | 5 |
| 2022 | 6 |
| 2023 | 5 |