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Leonard Wood

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Given Name
Leonard
Surname
Wood
Occupation
Gen.

The Name Leonard

Origin
Germanic
Meaning
Brave lion or one with the courage of a lion.
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The Wood Surname

Origin
English
Meaning
Derived from someone who lived in or near a wood or forest.
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Source

Library of Congress

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