Derwood Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Derwood is an Old English name meaning 'deer wood.' It evolved through various forms from Deorwudu in Old English to its modern form. The name carries traits of nature and wilderness. It does not have biblical relevance. Derwood saw a rise in usage during the 19th century and is perceived today as unique and nostalgic.
The name Derwood is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Derwood has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South. Across generations, 'Derwood' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1529th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1668th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2245th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4983rd out of 10718 names. Discover how the name 'Derwood' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Derwood"
Pronunciation
/ˈdɜːrwʊd/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The name Derwood is derived from the Old English elements 'deor,' meaning 'animal' or 'deer,' and 'wudu,' meaning 'wood.' Together, it can be interpreted as 'deer wood' or 'wood frequented by deer.'
Meaning
deer wood
Language Evolution
Deorwudu (Old English), Diorwood (Middle English), Derwood (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name Derwood gained popularity in the 19th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a given name and surname.
Variants & Derivatives
Derwynn, Derwod, Derrwood
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Derwood is seen as a unique and somewhat vintage name, often evoking a sense of nostalgia.
Famous People
Derwood Kirby, an American television personality, Derwood (a character from the television series 'Bewitched')
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Derwood"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Derwood"
"Derwood" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1529th of 7545 | 375 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1668th of 6773 | 331 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 2245th of 7552 | 248 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 4983rd of 10718 | 67 |
Regional Popularity of "Derwood" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- |
81.94% 1130th/1379 |
64.75% 1532nd/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
69.06% 1625th/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Derwood" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Derwood"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Derwood" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.