About Arwood
The surname Arwood is of English origin and is derived from the Old English personal name "Ealdweard," meaning "old guard" or "ruler." Over time, the name evolved to "Eadweard" and eventually to "Edward." The suffix "-wood" indicates a person who lived near or worked in a wood or forest. Therefore, the surname Arwood can be interpreted as "the descendant of Edward who lived near or worked in a wood."
The surname Arwood is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Arwood based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
Ranking information for the surname Arwood is not currently available.
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