Greenwood
Pronunciation: [ gr-EENW-ood ]
Greenwood is a boy baby name. Ranked #20,344 in the US, popular nicknames include Gre, Gry, and Greie.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #20,344
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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About the Name Greenwood
Greenwood is a boy name .
Greenwood is currently ranked #20,344 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Greenwood include Gre, Gry, Greie, and Greeie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Greenwood include Greer . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
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