Norwood
Norwood: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /nɔːwʊd/
Meaning and origin of Norwood
- A male given name transferred from the surname.
Etymology
From north + wood. Doublet of Northwood.
How popular is Norwood?
Since 1880, 2,909 boys in the U.S. have been named Norwood. Its highest rank for boys was #730 in 1928. Fewer than 5 babies per sex were given the name in 2025, so it does not appear in that year's SSA data.
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Norwood FAQ
What does the name Norwood mean?
A male given name transferred from the surname. From north + wood. Doublet of Northwood.
What is the origin of the name Norwood?
Norwood is listed as a name of Surname (transferred from a surname) origin.
How popular is the name Norwood?
Since 1880, 2,909 boys in the U.S. have been named Norwood. Its highest rank for boys was #730 in 1928. Fewer than 5 babies per sex were given the name in 2025, so it does not appear in that year's SSA data.
Is Norwood a boy or girl name?
Norwood is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 2,909 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.