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Hood is a boy’s name of English origin, meaning “English surname, also occasionally used as a given name. Derived from Old English, meaning 'hooded' or 'headcovering'.”, and peaked in popularity in 1922.
What Hood Means
“English surname, also occasionally used as a given name. Derived from Old English, meaning 'hooded' or 'headcovering'.”
The Story of Hood
A name evoking legends of the forest and a spirit of resourceful independence, a whisper from Old English tales.
Hood is an English surname that has seen occasional use as a given name, derived from the Old English word 'hod', meaning 'hood' or 'headcovering'. It carries echoes of a time when such garments signified travelers or particular trades. The legendary figure of Robin Hood imbues it with a sense of rebellious charm.
When you consider Hood, you picture a son with a resourceful spirit and a protective nature. You see him as someone who operates with a strong sense of justice, independent and loyal to his own code.
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Numerology
The Builder
Stable, disciplined, and hardworking. Names at 4 convey groundedness and reliability.
Famous Namesakes
Robin Hood
Legendary English outlaw who robbed from the rich.
Personality Traits
Peak Year
#8 in 1922
Total Births
35
First Recorded
1914
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