Garwood Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationGAR-wood / ˈɡɑːr.wʊdEnglish
Meaning
From the triangular wood
Historical & Cultural Background
Garwood is a surname that has transitioned into a given name. It is derived from Old English elements, where 'gar' means spear and 'wudu' means wood. The name may have originally referred to someone who lived near a wooded area or was associated with a specific grove. It is relatively uncommon as a first name but has historical roots in English naming conventions.
Trend Summary
Garwood is not widely used as a first name in the United States.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Garwood was first seen in the United States in 1916. Garwood has ranked as high as #882 nationally, which occurred in 1920, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Garwood 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 |
|---|---|
| 1916 | 7 |
| 1917 | 5 |
| 1920 | 8 |
| 1921 | 5 |
| 1922 | 6 |
| 1927 | 5 |
| 1930 | 5 |
| 1934 | 6 |
| 1935 | 7 |
| 1937 | 5 |
| 1944 | 5 |
| 1947 | 5 |
| 1957 | 5 |