GREATWOOD
Greatwood
Greatwood is a surname of English origin, believed to be locational in nature. It is derived from the Old English words "greát" meaning "big" or "great," and "wudu" meaning "wood," suggesting that bearers of this surname were either associated with or lived near a large woodland area.
The surname Greatwood is relatively rare, with most documented occurrences found in the United Kingdom and United States. It is possible that the name was originally a topographic surname, given to individuals based on their proximity to or ownership of a notable forested area.
Historically, individuals bearing the surname Greatwood were likely to have been involved in occupations related to forestry, such as woodcutters, carpenters, or forest rangers. Over time, the surname may have evolved to become more associated with a family name, passed down through generations.
Variants of the surname Greatwood may include Greathwood, Greatwoods, or Greathwoods, reflecting regional dialectical differences or variations in spelling over time.
Notable individuals with the surname Greatwood may include figures from various fields such as literature, politics, or entertainment. Research into genealogical records and historical archives could provide further insights into the origins and spread of the Greatwood surname.
There are approximately 203 people named Greatwood in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around three in a million people in Britain are named Greatwood.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Adrian
- Daniel
- David
- Geoff
- Jeffrey
- John
- Matthew
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Shaun
- Stuart
- Terrence
- William
Female
- Caroline
- Celia
- Christina
- Gemma
- Hannah
- Julie
- June
- Laura
- Louise
- Rachel