Woodson
WOOD-son
Popularity
#2737
Letters
7
Syllables
2
Origin
English
Total Births
1,303
Peak Year
#48 in 2024
First Recorded
1880
Style
Strong & Bold, Nature-Inspired
Spelling
Moderate spelling
What It Means
An English surname turned given name, meaning 'son of Wood'. 'Wood' refers to someone who lived near a forest.
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Numerology
The Idealist
Compassionate, humanitarian, and visionary. Names vibrating at 9 carry universal love.
Famous Namesakes
Carter Woodson
American historian, journalist, and author.
Charles Woodson
American football player.
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