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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Son of a man surnamed Wood, itself an English topographic surname for a forest-dweller
- Origin
- English (surname, patronymic)
- Gender
- Primarily used for boys
- Pronunciation
- WUD-sun
Woodson is an English surname name with a straightforward story: it comes from "son of Wood," where Wood itself was a topographic surname for someone who lived by a forest. If you're drawn to names with a patronymic, place-rooted feel, this one wears its origin plainly.
Meaning & Origin of Woodson
Meaning: Son of a man surnamed Wood, itself an English topographic surname for a forest-dweller.
Origin: English (surname, patronymic).
How to Pronounce Woodson
WUD-sunIPA /ˈwʊd.sən/
Popularity of Woodson
Woodson peaked at #693 nationally back in 1886, when 9 babies were given the name, and by 2024 it had settled to #2737 with 48 babies — a rare name today, but not a new one.
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FAQ
What does the name Woodson mean?
Son of a man surnamed Wood, itself an English topographic surname for a forest-dweller.
How do you pronounce Woodson?
Woodson is pronounced WUD-sun (IPA: /ˈwʊd.sən/).
Is Woodson a popular name right now?
Woodson peaked at #693 in 1886 and is ranked #2737 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)
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