ROOD
Rood
The surname Rood is of English origin, derived from the Old English word "rod", meaning a rod or pole. It is an ancient surname that has its origins in the medieval period. The name may have been occupational, referring to someone who made or used rods or poles, or it could have been a topographic name for someone who lived near a prominent pole or boundary marker.
The Rood surname is most commonly found in England, particularly in the southern counties. Over time, variations of the surname have emerged, such as Roodes and Roods.
Notable individuals with the Rood surname have contributed to various fields, including literature, academia, and business. Family histories and genealogical records indicate that the Rood name has been present in England for centuries, with many branches of the family establishing themselves in different regions of the country.
The Rood surname continues to be passed down through generations, keeping alive the heritage and legacy of this ancient British surname.
There are approximately 537 people named Rood in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around eight in a million people in Britain are named Rood.
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
- Adam
- Anthony
- Benjamin
- Christopher
- David
- George
- James
- John
- Paul
- Simon
- William
Female
- Alison
- Angela
- Christine
- Dawn
- Elizabeth
- Esther
- Gail
- Gemma
- Jean
- Lesley
- Margaret
- Maureen
- Samantha
- Yvonne
Similar and related surnames
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