Sherwood
Meaning of Sherwood
Sherwood is a male name with English origins. It is pronounced as SHER-wood (/ʃər-ˈwʊd/). The name Sherwood has been given to boys in the United States since at least the late 19th century. Although it has never been extremely popular, it has maintained a steady presence over the years. In recent decades, its popularity has fluctuated, with peaks in the 1960s and 1990s. The name Sherwood evokes images of nature and forests, as it is derived from the Old English words "scir" meaning "bright" or "shining," and "wudu" meaning "woods." Sherwood may be associated with legendary figures like Robin Hood, who was said to have roamed the Sherwood Forest in medieval England.
Pronunciation
- Pronunced as SHER-wood (/ʃər-ˈwʊd/)
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Notable People Named Sherwood
| Sherwood Anderson was a self-educated American novelist and short story writer known for his subjective and self-revealing works, who left his successful business and family to pursue a career in writing after a nervous breakdown in 1912. |
| Sherwood Battle Brockwell was a pioneering fire marshal and Raleigh's first paid fire chief, known for his contributions to fire safety and legislation in North Carolina. |
| Sherwood Charles Schwartz was an American television screenwriter and producer, best known for creating the iconic TV series Gilligan's Island and The Brady Bunch. |
| Sherwood Cryer was a Pasadena, Texas-based entrepreneur who co-owned the famous Gilley's nightclub, featured in the movie Urban Cowboy. |
| Sherwood Johnston was a versatile American racing driver who achieved success in both land and sea racing, notably winning the 1952 SCCA National Sports Car Championship. |
