Sherwood
Sherwood is an English boy name. English names tend to be easy to say and spell, which helps them travel well. It draws on the natural world. It sounds crisp and confident, it's a longer name that leaves plenty of room for nicknames, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length.
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- Scrabble scoreIf names were allowed in Scrabble, Sherwood would score 15 points, thanks largely to the H (worth 4).
- GenerationSherwood peaked in 1938, which makes it a Silent Generation name, think grandparents and great-grandparents.
- HistorySherwood first shows up in US birth records in 1891, the first year at least 5 babies got it. It has been in use for 134 years since.
US births per million boys, 1891–2025
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Popularity: U.S. Social Security Administration (babies with 5+ births per year).
About the name Sherwood
Sherwood is a boy name of English origin. Its two syllables give it an easy rhythm, and the consonant at the end gives it a confident finish. It was most fashionable in the 1930s, which gives it a vintage, grandparent-chic charm. It's rarely heard today, so it stands out while still being a real, established name.
Origin:English names
More English boy names
- Boy name: Oliver · olive tree
- Boy name: Henry · ruler of the home
- Unisex name: James · supplanter
- Boy name: William · resolute protector
- Boy name: Benjamin · son of the right hand
- Boy name: Jack · God is gracious
- Unisex name: Hudson · son of Hudde
- Unisex name: Julian · of the Julius family
Questions about the name Sherwood
What is the origin of the name Sherwood?
Sherwood is English in origin. Other English names to consider are Oliver (“olive tree”), Henry (“ruler of the home”), James (“supplanter”) and William (“resolute protector”).
Is Sherwood a boy or girl name?
Sherwood is a boy name.
How popular is the name Sherwood?
Sherwood is rare: fewer than 5 US boys got it in 2025, and it was last given to 5 or more in 2024. It peaked at #532 in 1938, so it's a name with history that few kids share today.
What should I know before naming my baby Sherwood?
Sherwood is an English boy name. English names tend to be easy to say and spell, which helps them travel well. It draws on the natural world. It sounds crisp and confident, it's a longer name that leaves plenty of room for nicknames, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.