Ellwood Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationEL-wood / /ˈɛl.wʊd/English; Old English
Meaning
English: Elder tree forest; Old English: From the elder tree by the wood
Historical & Cultural Background
Ellwood is derived from Old English elements meaning 'elder tree' and 'wood'. It has been used as a surname and a given name in English-speaking countries. The name reflects a connection to nature, particularly the elder tree, which has historical significance in folklore and herbal medicine.
Trend Summary
Ellwood has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable decline in usage since the mid-20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Elwood
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Ellwood was first seen in the United States in 1882. Ellwood has ranked as high as #791 nationally, which occurred in 1918, and has been most popular in Pennsylvania, Maryland, New York, Ohio, and Minnesota. In the past 5 years the name Ellwood has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Ellwood (1957)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| PA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1882 | 5 |
| 1884 | 7 |
| 1887 | 6 |
| 1888 | 5 |
| 1890 | 5 |
| 1892 | 5 |
| 1895 | 9 |
| 1896 | 7 |
| 1897 | 10 |
| 1898 | 11 |
| 1900 | 5 |
| 1901 | 12 |
| 1903 | 7 |
| 1904 | 10 |
| 1906 | 11 |
| 1907 | 13 |
| 1908 | 13 |
| 1909 | 7 |
| 1910 | 13 |
| 1911 | 14 |
| 1912 | 34 |
| 1913 | 34 |
| 1914 | 41 |
| 1915 | 55 |
| 1916 | 73 |
| 1917 | 69 |
| 1918 | 82 |
| 1919 | 67 |
| 1920 | 80 |
| 1921 | 62 |
| 1922 | 60 |
| 1923 | 67 |
| 1924 | 77 |
| 1925 | 52 |
| 1926 | 59 |
| 1927 | 63 |
| 1928 | 43 |
| 1929 | 49 |
| 1930 | 39 |
| 1931 | 27 |
| 1932 | 38 |
| 1933 | 32 |
| 1934 | 28 |
| 1935 | 24 |
| 1936 | 21 |
| 1937 | 28 |
| 1938 | 21 |
| 1939 | 23 |
| 1940 | 21 |
| 1941 | 13 |
| 1942 | 31 |
| 1943 | 17 |
| 1944 | 39 |
| 1945 | 13 |
| 1946 | 34 |
| 1947 | 25 |
| 1948 | 23 |
| 1949 | 15 |
| 1950 | 14 |
| 1951 | 17 |
| 1952 | 17 |
| 1953 | 14 |
| 1954 | 15 |
| 1955 | 11 |
| 1956 | 13 |
| 1957 | 14 |
| 1958 | 18 |
| 1960 | 10 |
| 1962 | 9 |
| 1963 | 7 |
| 1964 | 9 |
| 1966 | 6 |
| 1967 | 6 |
| 1969 | 6 |
| 1970 | 5 |
| 1972 | 5 |
| 1974 | 7 |
| 1990 | 5 |
| 2017 | 5 |
| 2018 | 5 |
| 2021 | 7 |