Woodrow Boy
Origin(s)
English; Old English
Meaning
English: 'row of houses by a wood'; Old English: 'wood clearing'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Woodrow has its roots in Old English, where it referred to a row of houses near a wood or a clearing in the woods. It gained popularity in the United States in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The name is often associated with Woodrow Wilson, the 28th President of the United States, which contributed to its recognition. It embodies a connection to nature and rural settings.
Trend Summary
Woodrow has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable peak in the early 20th century.
Similar Names
Hawthorne, Thaddeus, Cyrus, Orson, Merritt, Alistair, Gideon, Tobias
Variants
- Woody
International Variants
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Famous people named Woodrow
Woodrow Wilson was the 28th President of the United States, serving from 1913 to 1921.
Woodrow Wyatt was a British politician and journalist known for his work in the House of Commons.
Fictional characters named Woodrow
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Woodrow was first seen in the United States in 1900. Woodrow has ranked as high as #135 nationally, which occurred in 1918, and has been most popular in Texas, California, North Carolina, Alabama, and Utah. In the past 5 years the name Woodrow has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
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Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Woodrow (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 10 | |
| CA | 6 | |
| NC | 6 | |
| AL | 5 | |
| UT | 5 | |
| ID | 5 | |
| MO | 5 | |
| OK | 5 | |
| TN | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1900 | 8 |
| 1902 | 5 |
| 1906 | 7 |
| 1907 | 11 |
| 1908 | 17 |
| 1909 | 24 |
| 1910 | 45 |
| 1911 | 121 |
| 1912 | 1,843 |
| 1913 | 2,333 |
| 1914 | 1,785 |
| 1915 | 1,966 |
| 1916 | 2,668 |
| 1917 | 2,428 |
| 1918 | 3,358 |
| 1919 | 1,808 |
| 1920 | 774 |
| 1921 | 684 |
| 1922 | 622 |
| 1923 | 484 |
| 1924 | 516 |
| 1925 | 375 |
| 1926 | 306 |
| 1927 | 338 |
| 1928 | 230 |
| 1929 | 213 |
| 1930 | 212 |
| 1931 | 236 |
| 1932 | 293 |
| 1933 | 222 |
| 1934 | 217 |
| 1935 | 272 |
| 1936 | 282 |
| 1937 | 357 |
| 1938 | 405 |
| 1939 | 424 |
| 1940 | 443 |
| 1941 | 481 |
| 1942 | 480 |
| 1943 | 559 |
| 1944 | 524 |
| 1945 | 503 |
| 1946 | 470 |
| 1947 | 485 |
| 1948 | 428 |
| 1949 | 388 |
| 1950 | 334 |
| 1951 | 362 |
| 1952 | 354 |
| 1953 | 303 |
| 1954 | 305 |
| 1955 | 283 |
| 1956 | 233 |
| 1957 | 239 |
| 1958 | 215 |
| 1959 | 180 |
| 1960 | 208 |
| 1961 | 215 |
| 1962 | 201 |
| 1963 | 191 |
| 1964 | 196 |
| 1965 | 168 |
| 1966 | 148 |
| 1967 | 154 |
| 1968 | 148 |
| 1969 | 156 |
| 1970 | 147 |
| 1971 | 144 |
| 1972 | 136 |
| 1973 | 120 |
| 1974 | 97 |
| 1975 | 100 |
| 1976 | 105 |
| 1977 | 109 |
| 1978 | 94 |
| 1979 | 97 |
| 1980 | 94 |
| 1981 | 84 |
| 1982 | 88 |
| 1983 | 86 |
| 1984 | 62 |
| 1985 | 64 |
| 1986 | 77 |
| 1987 | 50 |
| 1988 | 64 |
| 1989 | 73 |
| 1990 | 68 |
| 1991 | 70 |
| 1992 | 71 |
| 1993 | 62 |
| 1994 | 50 |
| 1995 | 39 |
| 1996 | 54 |
| 1997 | 64 |
| 1998 | 40 |
| 1999 | 39 |
| 2000 | 23 |
| 2001 | 24 |
| 2002 | 32 |
| 2003 | 36 |
| 2004 | 29 |
| 2005 | 32 |
| 2006 | 19 |
| 2007 | 27 |
| 2008 | 33 |
| 2009 | 29 |
| 2010 | 44 |
| 2011 | 39 |
| 2012 | 35 |
| 2013 | 33 |
| 2014 | 57 |
| 2015 | 59 |
| 2016 | 77 |
| 2017 | 73 |
| 2018 | 81 |
| 2019 | 78 |
| 2020 | 91 |
| 2021 | 92 |
| 2022 | 88 |
| 2023 | 84 |
| 2024 | 99 |