Durwood
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Durwood first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 721 babies have been named Durwood in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Durwood is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #26,124 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #26,124
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Durwood
Durwood is a boy name .
Durwood is currently ranked #26,124 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Durwood include Dur, Durw, Durwy, Durwie, Ood, Oody, Oodie, Duy, Duie, and Durkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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