Woodward Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationWOOD-ward / ˈwʊd.wərdEnglish; Old English
Meaning
English: 'wooded area'; Old English: 'from the wood by the ford'
Historical & Cultural Background
Woodward is a surname that originated in England, derived from the Old English elements 'wudu' meaning 'wood' and 'weard' meaning 'guardian' or 'keeper'. It was used as a locational name for someone who lived near a wooded area or a ford. The name has been used as a given name, particularly in the 20th century. It is relatively uncommon as a first name but carries a strong connection to nature.
Trend Summary
Woodward has seen limited use as a first name, remaining relatively rare in the United States.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Woodward was first seen in the United States in 1913. Woodward has ranked as high as #838 nationally, which occurred in 1917, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Woodward has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1913 | 6 |
| 1914 | 7 |
| 1915 | 8 |
| 1916 | 8 |
| 1917 | 14 |
| 1918 | 7 |
| 1919 | 6 |
| 1920 | 9 |
| 1921 | 7 |
| 1922 | 8 |
| 1923 | 10 |
| 1924 | 7 |
| 1925 | 7 |
| 1926 | 6 |
| 1927 | 5 |
| 1929 | 7 |
| 1930 | 5 |
| 1935 | 6 |
| 1937 | 5 |
| 1942 | 6 |
| 1943 | 7 |
| 1946 | 5 |
| 1948 | 6 |
| 1949 | 7 |
| 1950 | 7 |
| 1951 | 13 |
| 1953 | 5 |
| 1954 | 6 |
| 1960 | 5 |