Woodrow

At a Glance

Meaning

For one who lived by a row of houses near a wood

Origin

Old English (surname)

Gender

Used for both boys and girls

Pronunciation

WUD-rohListen

Woodrow is an Old English name that started out as a surname, and its real meaning is more specific than you might expect: it describes someone who lived by a row of houses near a wood. You may see it defined online as 'row of trees' or 'row of trees by a wood' — that's not quite accurate, since the name is about homes, not trees. It's a name with genuine old-English roots behind it.

Meaning & Origin of Woodrow

Meaning: For one who lived by a row of houses near a wood.

Origin: Old English (surname).

A common claim: Widely repeated as meaning 'row of trees' or 'row of trees by a wood' Actually: Not quite accurate — the more specific etymology is 'a dweller in a row of houses near a wood,' i.e. it describes homes, not trees.

Source: Wiktionary.

How to Pronounce Woodrow

Popularity of Woodrow

Woodrow was far more common a century ago, ranking #44 in 1913 with 2,333 babies given the name that year. By 2024 it had dropped all the way to #1694, with just 99 babies named Woodrow.

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FAQ

What does the name Woodrow mean?

For one who lived by a row of houses near a wood. (Source: Wiktionary)

How do you pronounce Woodrow?

Woodrow is pronounced WUD-roh (IPA: /ˈwʊd.ɹoʊ/).

Is Woodrow a popular name right now?

Woodrow peaked at #44 in 1913 and is ranked #1694 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1900–2024.)

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