Boy
Elwood
elder tree forest
About Elwood
Vintage charm meets contemporary rediscovery in this distinguished choice. There's something wonderfully quirky and intellectual about it, suggesting a person who might appreciate old books, thoughtful conversation, and timeless values. The name harks back to an era of gentlemen and scholars while avoiding stuffiness through its slightly whimsical quality. Parents who select this are often drawn to names with character and history, preferring depth over trendiness. It's literary without being precious, old-fashioned without being dated. The "wood" ending gives it an earthy, grounded quality, while the overall sound maintains elegance. This is a name for families who march to their own drummer, who value substance and individuality over popularity. It suggests a boy who will grow into a man of integrity, perhaps with delightfully eccentric interests and unshakeable principles.
Popularity of the Name Elwood
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | |
|---|---|---|
| 1880 | #356 | |
| 1881 | #298 | |
| 1882 | #319 | |
| 1883 | #341 | |
| 1884 | #346 | |
| 1885 | #321 | |
| 1886 | #309 | |
| 1887 | #333 | |
| 1888 | #325 | |
| 1889 | #326 | |
| 1890 | #361 | |
| 1891 | #278 | |
| 1892 | #290 | |
| 1893 | #324 | |
| 1894 | #306 | |
| 1895 | #269 | |
| 1896 | #317 | |
| 1897 | #250 | |
| 1898 | #326 | |
| 1899 | #300 | |
| 1900 | #290 | |
| 1901 | #251 | |
| 1902 | #342 | |
| 1903 | #241 | |
| 1904 | #265 | |
| 1905 | #340 | |
| 1906 | #290 | |
| 1907 | #297 | |
| 1908 | #282 | |
| 1909 | #279 | |
| 1910 | #250 | |
| 1911 | #237 | |
| 1912 | #212 | |
| 1913 | #206 | |
| 1914 | #215 | |
| 1915 | #204 | |
| 1916 | #210 | |
| 1917 | #212 | |
| 1918 | #215 | |
| 1919 | #211 | |
| 1920 | #220 | |
| 1921 | #215 | |
| 1922 | #227 | |
| 1923 | #234 | |
| 1924 | #221 | |
| 1925 | #229 | |
| 1926 | #240 | |
| 1927 | #244 | |
| 1928 | #258 | |
| 1929 | #275 | |
| 1930 | #260 | |
| 1931 | #269 | |
| 1932 | #281 | |
| 1933 | #268 | |
| 1934 | #277 | |
| 1935 | #305 | |
| 1936 | #309 | |
| 1937 | #298 | |
| 1938 | #309 | |
| 1939 | #331 | |
| 1940 | #337 | |
| 1941 | #331 | |
| 1942 | #358 | |
| 1943 | #362 | |
| 1944 | #376 | |
| 1945 | #402 | |
| 1946 | #411 | |
| 1947 | #416 | |
| 1948 | #433 | |
| 1949 | #459 | |
| 1950 | #497 | |
| 1951 | #471 | |
| 1952 | #501 | |
| 1953 | #550 | |
| 1954 | #525 | |
| 1955 | #584 | |
| 1956 | #611 | |
| 1957 | #639 | |
| 1958 | #666 | |
| 1959 | #703 | |
| 1960 | #713 | |
| 1961 | #755 | |
| 1962 | #738 | |
| 1963 | #791 | |
| 1964 | #754 | |
| 1965 | #850 | |
| 1966 | #832 | |
| 1967 | #863 | |
| 1968 | #886 | |
| 1969 | #951 | |
| 2012 | #894 | |
| 2014 | #982 | |
| 2016 | #945 | |
| 2018 | #871 | |
| 2021 | #986 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom
Variations of Name Elwood
Names Similar to Elwood
Nicknames for Elwood
- El
- Wood
- Woody
- Elly
- Ellie
Famous People Named Elwood
| Elwood Higginbotham | American jazz musician |
| Elwood Haynes | American inventor and automotive pioneer |
| Elwood S. Brown | American politician |
| Elwood D. Baumann | American chemist |
| Elwood Richard Quesada | American Air Force general |
| Elwood Lui | American jurist |
| Elwood Morris | American football player |
| Elwood Norris | American engineer and inventor |
| Elwood Bruner | American ichthyologist |
| Elwood Mead | American engineer and water resources expert |
| Elwood Jensen | American biologist |
| Elwood A. Wilson | American lawyer and politician |
| Elwood M. Rich | Canadian politician |
| Elwood Hillis | American football player |
| Elwood Maunder | English rugby player |
| Elwood Barry | American basketball player |
| Elwood J. Chapman | American naval officer |
Characters Named Elwood
| Elwood P. Dowd | "Harvey" |
| Elwood City | Setting of "Arthur" TV series |
| Elwood Gutworthy | "The Great Outdoors" |
| Elwood P. Suggins | "Home Movies" TV series |
| Elwood T. Feathers | "The Little Rascals" |
| Elwood Finch | "Just Shoot Me!" TV series |
| Elwood B. Ready | "Top Cat" TV series |
| Elwood P. Campbell | "The Andy Griffith Show" |
| Elwood "Buddy" Handleson | Character from "Shake It Up" TV series |
| Elwood Crane | Character in the film "Wild and Woolly" |
| Elwood Usher | "The Addams Family" TV series |
| Elwood Crenshaw | Character in "The Beverly Hillbillies" |
| Elwood Sinclair | "Life with Elizabeth" TV series |
| Elwood Boody | "The Brady Bunch" TV series |
| Elwood "El" Tucker | "Tucker's Witch" TV series |
| Elwood Sutherland | "Paradise Postponed" TV series |
| Elwood Killion | "EastEnders" TV series |
| Elwood Flick | "Boston Public" TV series |
| Elwood Fleetwood | "Party of Five" TV series |