Woody Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Woody Name at a Glance

Name	Woody
Meaning	Diminutive of Woodrow: Row of houses in a wood. From the cottages in the wood.
Origin	English
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Woody Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Woody means “Diminutive of Woodrow: Row of houses in a wood. From the cottages in the wood”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Woody Name Origin

Our database records Woody under English origin. Browse more English baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Woody a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Woody is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Woody

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