Arthur, William (1857) An Etymological Dictionary of Family and Christian Names. New York: Sheldon, Blakeman. Public Domain.
WOODWARD
As described in historical dictionaries
An Etymological Dictionary of Family and Christian Names (1857)
Wood-ward, a forest-keeper or officer, who walked with a forest-bill, and took cognizance of all offenses committed.
Surname type: Occupational name
Origin: English
Region of origin: British Isles
Country of origin: England
Religion of origin: Christian
Language of origin: English