What does the surname Thistlewood mean?

The surname Thistlewood means "A wood or wooded area where thistles grow abundantly.". It is of English origin.

How common is the Thistlewood surname?

There are approximately 600 people with the surname Thistlewood in the United States.

Are there Thistlewood soldiers in Civil War records?

Yes, 9 soldiers with the Thistlewood surname appear in Civil War records.

Thistlewood

Topographic

Meaning

A wood or wooded area where thistles grow abundantly.

Etymology

Composed of 'thistle' (a prickly plant) and 'wood' (forest or wooded area), indicating a topographic location. The surname describes a natural landscape feature in medieval England.

About the Thistlewood Surname

An English topographic surname describing a wooded area characterized by thistle growth. The name reflects medieval English landscape terminology and settlement patterns.

Distribution & Frequency

Estimated 600 bearers in the United States #4,093 most common surname

Rare Common

Found in England, particularly in regions with historical woodland areas.

Thistlewood Surname Distribution

Geographic distribution based on Civil War military records.

Fewer

People with the Thistlewood Surname

W.B. Thistlewood

Honorable

Quick Facts

Origin: English
Classification: Topographic
Earliest Record: 14th century
Estimated Bearers: 600

War Records

9 soldiers with the Thistlewood surname found in Civil War records.

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