GATEWOOD
Gatewood
Gatewood is a surname of Anglo-Saxon origin, derived from the Old English words "geat" meaning gate and "wudu" meaning wood. The name likely originated as a topographic name for someone who lived near a gate in a wood or a wooden enclosure.
The Gatewood surname is mainly found in the southern regions of England, particularly in the counties of Surrey, Hampshire, and Berkshire. Over time, families bearing the name spread to other parts of the British Isles and beyond.
Notable individuals with the Gatewood surname have made contributions to various fields including literature, academia, and business. Researching family history and genealogy may reveal more about the specific branches and origins of the Gatewood family name.
There are approximately 54 people named Gatewood in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around one in a million people in Britain are named Gatewood.
Origin: English
Region of origin: British Isles
Country of origin: England
Religion of origin: Christian
Language of origin: English
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Donald
- Joseph
- Leon
- Levi
- Micah
Female
- Danielle
- Marilyn
- Tamsin