Woody
Meaning of Woody
The name Woody is a popular choice for boys. It has English origins and is pronounced as WU-dee (/ˈwʊd.i/). One variation of the name is Woodrow. In the United States, Woody has been steadily used as a given name over the years. While its popularity peaked in the 1940s and 1950s, it continues to be chosen by parents today. The name Woody evokes a sense of warmth and friendliness, with associations to nature due to its connection to wood. It also brings to mind famous personalities like Woody Allen and Woody Harrelson, adding a touch of artistic flair to this timeless name.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as WU-dee (/ˈwʊd.i/)
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Notable People Named Woody
| Woody Allen - Heywood Allen is an American filmmaker, actor, and comedian with a career spanning over six decades, having received numerous awards and accolades for his work in the entertainment industry. |
| Woody Guthrie - Woodrow Wilson Guthrie, known for his influential contributions to American folk music, was a singer-songwriter and composer whose work centered on themes of American socialism and anti-fascism, inspiring generations with songs like "This Land Is Your Land." |
| Woody Harrelson - Woodrow Tracy Harrelson is an accomplished American actor with accolades such as a Primetime Emmy Award and nominations for three Academy Awards and four Golden Globe Awards. |
| Woody Strode - Woodrow Wilson Woolwine Strode was a pioneering American actor, football player, and author, known for his achievements in sports, film, and military service. |
| Woody Herman Shaw Jr. was a highly influential American jazz trumpeter, composer, and band leader known for revolutionizing modern jazz trumpet playing. |
| Woodrow Charles Herman, also known as Woody Herman, was a pioneering American jazz musician and big band leader known for his innovative and experimental music. |
| Woody Abernathy - Thomas Woodley "Woody" Abernathy was a professional baseball player with a 13-season career in minor league baseball, playing for various teams and leagues and achieving impressive statistics. |
| Woody Brown - Woodbridge "Woody" Parker Brown was an American surfer and watercraft designer who invented the modern catamaran and played a key role in promoting surfing in the mainland United States. |
| Woody Aragón is a Spanish magician known for his innovative and captivating performances. |
| Woody Abernathy - Virgil Woodrow "Woody" Abernathy was a professional baseball player who played for the New York Giants in Major League Baseball and had a career in the minor leagues before becoming a repairman in Chesnee, South Carolina. |
| Albert Woody Austin II is a former PGA Tour professional golfer now playing on the PGA Tour Champions. |
| Woody Williams - Gregory Scott "Woody" Williams is a former MLB pitcher and current baseball coach known for his time with the Toronto Blue Jays, San Diego Padres, St. Louis Cardinals, and Houston Astros. |
| Woody Paige - Woodrow Wilson Paige Jr. is a renowned sports columnist, author, and panelist on ESPN's Around the Horn, known for his extensive career with The Denver Post and contributions to the Pro Football Hall of Fame committee and Baseball Hall of Fame voting. |
| Woody Stephens was a renowned American Thoroughbred horse racing Hall of Fame trainer. |
| Kim Sang-woo, also known as Woody, is a South Korean singer and songwriter who debuted as a member of the boyband N-Train in 2011. |
