Atwood Name Meaning, Origin & History

Name Meaning & Origin

Atwood

"A surname; an English topographic surname for someone who lived near a wood."

Multiple origins Origin Predominantly Male 📈 Peak 1914 👥 364 in US

Data last updated: 2025 SSA records

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Meaning
A surname; an English topographic surname for someone who lived near a wood.
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Origin
Multiple origins
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US Bearers
364
Life Path
Number 6

📖 What Does Atwood Mean?

Atwood may refer to:

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Atwood may refer to:

Root Element
Atwood
Core Meaning
"A surname; an English topographic surname for someone who lived near a wood."
Language

🔢 Numerology of Atwood

A 1
T 2
W 5
O 6
O 6
D 4
SUM 6
6
Life Path
Nurturing & Responsibility
4
Soul Urge
Stability & Hard Work
11
Personality
Intuition & Insight

Life Path 6 — Nurturing & Responsibility: Compassionate, family-oriented, and generous.

📊 Atwood in Numbers

364 US bearers
1914 Peak year
Predominantly Male Predominant gender
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Historical Journey

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Ancient Roots

Root element "Atwood" emerges in Multiple origins tradition, carrying the core meaning "A surname; an English topographic surname for someone who lived near a wood.".

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Classical Period

Used in English literary and religious texts, spreading through cultural exchange.

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Medieval Period

Carried across regions through trade, religion, and migration. Multiple spelling variants develop.

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Modern Adoption

Standardized in its current form. Continues to be used across multiple cultures worldwide.

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Today (2026)

~364 people named Atwood in the US. Peaked in 1914 with 19 recorded uses.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the numerology number for Atwood?

The Life Path number for Atwood is 6, associated with Nurturing & Responsibility. Soul Urge: 4. Personality: 11.

Is Atwood a boy or girl name?

Atwood is Predominantly Male. Based on US data, 100% male and 0% female.

How many people are named Atwood in the US?

Approximately 364 people in the United States are named Atwood. The name peaked in 1914 with 19 recorded uses.

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