WOODIN
Woodin
Woodin is a surname of English origin, believed to be of locational or habitational in nature, closely associated with the elements "wood" and "dene", which respectively mean "forest" and "valley". This surname may have originated from a place name that includes these elements, indicating a person's connection to a wooded valley or forested area.
The Woodin surname has historic roots in England and can be traced back to medieval times. Individuals bearing this surname were likely involved in activities related to woodlands, such as forestry, carpentry, or hunting. Over the years, the surname has been passed down through generations, with variants such as Wooden, Wooding, or Woodens also existing.
Notable individuals with the surname Woodin include Charles Woodin, a prominent figure in the 19th-century British woodworking industry, and Sarah Woodin, an acclaimed artist known for her landscape paintings inspired by wooded valleys.
The Woodin surname continues to be borne by families across Britain and beyond, with its rich history reflecting the ancestral connections to the natural landscapes of England.
There are approximately 165 people named Woodin in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around three in a million people in Britain are named Woodin.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Anthony
- David
- Glynn
- Graham
- James
- John
- Kevin
- Paul
- Philip
- Stuart
Female
- Barbara
- Betty
- Christine
- Irene
- Jacqueline
- Jean
- Lisa
- Natasha
- Sarah
- Tamara