What does the surname Wooward mean?

The surname Wooward means "A guardian or keeper of a wood or forest.". It is of English origin.

How common is the Wooward surname?

There are approximately 1,500 people with the surname Wooward in the United States.

Are there Wooward soldiers in Civil War records?

Yes, 4 soldiers with the Wooward surname appear in Civil War records.

Wooward

Occupational

Meaning

A guardian or keeper of a wood or forest.

Etymology

Derived from Old English 'wudu' (wood) and 'weard' (guardian or keeper). The surname likely originated as an occupational name for a forester or woodland manager.

About the Wooward Surname

An occupational surname indicating someone who managed or guarded woodland areas. This is a variant or related form of the more common Woodward surname.

Distribution & Frequency

Estimated 1,500 bearers in the United States #3,210 most common surname

Rare Common

Found primarily in England with some presence in North America.

Wooward Surname Distribution

Geographic distribution based on Civil War military records.

Fewer

People with the Wooward Surname

Ellen Wooward

Assistant WPA Administrator

Quick Facts

Origin: English
Classification: Occupational
Earliest Record: 14th century
Estimated Bearers: 1,500

War Records

4 soldiers with the Wooward surname found in Civil War records.

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