Elwood
Elwood: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈɛlwʊd/
Meaning and origin of Elwood
Root meaning: “elf”
- A surname transferred from the given name.
Etymology
From the Middle English personal name Elwald, Elwold, Alwold, which is composed of the Old English elements ælf (“elf”) and weald (“rule”).
How popular is Elwood?
Since 1880, 53 girls and 20,786 boys in the U.S. have been named Elwood (0% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #2826 in 1921. Its highest rank for boys was #204 in 1915. In 2025, 81 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Elwood FAQ
What does the name Elwood mean?
Elwood traces back to a root meaning "elf". A surname transferred from the given name. From the Middle English personal name Elwald, Elwold, Alwold, which is composed of the Old English elements ælf (“elf”) and weald (“rule”).
What is the origin of the name Elwood?
Elwood is listed as a name of English origin.
How popular is the name Elwood?
Since 1880, 53 girls and 20,786 boys in the U.S. have been named Elwood (0% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #2826 in 1921. Its highest rank for boys was #204 in 1915. In 2025, 81 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Elwood a boy or girl name?
Elwood is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 53 girls and 20,786 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.