Durwood
Durwood is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Forest near a gate or doorwood.
Origin and history
Durwood is a traditional English surname turned given name, derived from Old English roots meaning 'doorwood' or 'forest near a door/gateway'. It enjoyed modest usage in the United States during the early-to-mid 20th century. Today, it is extremely rare and carries a vintage, rustic charm.
Popularity in the United States
2,688 babies in the United States have been named Durwood since 1880. It ranks #2500 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- NC (49.7 %)
- TX (30.4 %)
- NY (4.9 %)
- GA (3.3 %)
- AL (3.2 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 13 |
| 1910-1920 | 325 |
| 1920-1930 | 574 |
| 1930-1940 | 566 |
| 1940-1950 | 489 |
| 1950-1960 | 376 |
| 1960-1970 | 215 |
| 1970-1980 | 102 |
| 1980-1990 | 23 |
| 1990-2000 | 5 |
| 2000-2010 | 0 |
| 2010-2019 | 0 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Famous people named Durwood
- Durwood Merrill: Baseball umpire, Author
Nicknames
Woody, Durry
Fun facts
- Durwood originally developed as a habitational English surname referring to someone living near a specific woodland or entryway.
- The name experienced its peak popularity in the United States between the 1910s and 1940s before steadily declining.