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Sherwood

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Meaning

"Bright Forest"

From an English place-name meaning bright forest, known historically and culturally through associations with Nottinghamshire woodland traditions.

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Popularity History of Sherwood

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

#9708Ranked in 2024

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Yearly Ranking Snapshot

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#9708

Sherwood was nationally ranked in 2024.

Change Vs Previous Year
+2315

better than 2023

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration, latest release 2024. Names used fewer than 5 times in a given year are not ranked.

Sherwood Nicknames

Familiar short forms, playful variations, and easy everyday options for Sherwood.

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Baby Name Lists That Include Sherwood

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Quick Facts

OriginEnglish
Syllables2
Length8 letters

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