Glenwood Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationGLEN-wood / /ˈɡlɛn.wʊd/English; Scottish
Meaning
English: valley of the glen; Scottish: wooded valley
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Glenwood is derived from the combination of 'glen,' meaning a narrow valley, and 'wood,' referring to a forested area. It has been used as a place name in various regions, particularly in the United States. Glenwood has also been adopted as a given name, reflecting a connection to nature and the outdoors. The name evokes imagery of serene landscapes and natural beauty.
Trend Summary
Glenwood has seen limited popularity as a given name in the United States.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Glenwood was first seen in the United States in 1902. Glenwood has ranked as high as #824 nationally, which occurred in 1920, and has been most popular in North Carolina, Virginia, Missouri, Pennsylvania, and Maine. In the past 5 years the name Glenwood has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Glenwood (1984)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| VA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1902 | 6 |
| 1906 | 5 |
| 1908 | 5 |
| 1909 | 6 |
| 1910 | 7 |
| 1911 | 6 |
| 1912 | 18 |
| 1913 | 19 |
| 1914 | 36 |
| 1915 | 47 |
| 1916 | 39 |
| 1917 | 45 |
| 1918 | 47 |
| 1919 | 38 |
| 1920 | 66 |
| 1921 | 64 |
| 1922 | 50 |
| 1923 | 45 |
| 1924 | 39 |
| 1925 | 33 |
| 1926 | 40 |
| 1927 | 39 |
| 1928 | 45 |
| 1929 | 38 |
| 1930 | 46 |
| 1931 | 49 |
| 1932 | 48 |
| 1933 | 38 |
| 1934 | 39 |
| 1935 | 39 |
| 1936 | 40 |
| 1937 | 35 |
| 1938 | 30 |
| 1939 | 24 |
| 1940 | 38 |
| 1941 | 40 |
| 1942 | 39 |
| 1943 | 40 |
| 1944 | 22 |
| 1945 | 27 |
| 1946 | 29 |
| 1947 | 45 |
| 1948 | 29 |
| 1949 | 46 |
| 1950 | 41 |
| 1951 | 42 |
| 1952 | 26 |
| 1953 | 36 |
| 1954 | 36 |
| 1955 | 29 |
| 1956 | 23 |
| 1957 | 42 |
| 1958 | 34 |
| 1959 | 14 |
| 1960 | 22 |
| 1961 | 26 |
| 1962 | 24 |
| 1963 | 22 |
| 1964 | 15 |
| 1965 | 25 |
| 1966 | 12 |
| 1967 | 26 |
| 1968 | 12 |
| 1969 | 9 |
| 1970 | 14 |
| 1971 | 14 |
| 1972 | 17 |
| 1973 | 10 |
| 1974 | 15 |
| 1976 | 14 |
| 1978 | 12 |
| 1979 | 14 |
| 1980 | 8 |
| 1981 | 7 |
| 1982 | 6 |
| 1983 | 12 |
| 1984 | 12 |
| 1985 | 6 |
| 1986 | 8 |
| 1987 | 9 |
| 1991 | 5 |
| 1996 | 5 |
| 1997 | 7 |
| 1998 | 5 |
| 2001 | 5 |