How common is the Woodhouse surname?

There are approximately 4,000 people with the surname Woodhouse in the United States.

Are there Woodhouse soldiers in Civil War records?

Yes, 159 soldiers with the Woodhouse surname appear in Civil War records.

Woodhouse

Q: What does the surname Woodhouse mean?

The surname Woodhouse means "One who dwells in a house built of wood or located in a wooded area.". It is of English origin.

Topographic

Meaning

One who dwells in a house built of wood or located in a wooded area.

Etymology

Derived from Old English 'wudu' (wood) and 'hus' (house), indicating either a wooden structure or a house in a wooded location. The surname originated from multiple English locations.

About the Woodhouse Surname

A topographic surname indicating residence in a wooden house or a house in a wooded area. The name reflects medieval English building practices and settlement locations.

Distribution & Frequency

Estimated 4,000 bearers in the United States #1,979 most common surname

Rare Common

Found throughout England and English-speaking countries, particularly in Yorkshire and the Midlands.

Woodhouse Surname Distribution

Geographic distribution based on Civil War military records.

Fewer

People with the Woodhouse Surname

Henry Woodhouse

President of the Aerial League of America

Quick Facts

Origin: English
Classification: Topographic
Earliest Record: Medieval England
Estimated Bearers: 4,000

War Records

159 soldiers with the Woodhouse surname found in Civil War records.

Search war records →