Haywood

The name Haywood is traditionally an English surname that over time has also become a given name. It generally means 'from the hedged forest' or 'deer woodland'. This reflects its roots in describing a geographical area of pasture and woodlands.

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The name Haywood is of Old English origin, derived from the elements 'heg' meaning 'hay' and 'wudu' meaning 'wood'. This suggests that the name originally described someone who lived near a wooded area where hay was abundant.

  • Babies named Haywood in the US in 2023:
    Female: 0
    Male: 9
  • Nicknames: Hay, Woody, Woodie, Haywoodie, Haze.
  • Full Names: Hayden Wood, Hayward, Heywood, Heyward, Hayton Wood.
  • Famous Namesakes: Haywood Nelson-Actor, Haywood Sullivan-Baseball Executive, Haywood Patterson-Scottsboro Boy, Haywood Henry-Musician, Haywood Mall Redd-Car Sales Executive.
  • Gender: Primarily a male name, less common for females. Historically, it has been used as a surname and more frequently as a boy's first name.
  • Numerology: In numerology, the name Haywood corresponds to the number 3, indicating creativity, expressiveness, and enthusiasm. People with the name Haywood are often seen as imaginative, social, and optimistic.

Historically, Haywood is not an overly common first name and sees moderate use as a surname. Its rarity as a given name can lend a sense of uniqueness and distinction. In the U.S., it reached modest popularity during the early to mid-20th century before seeing a decline.

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