About Brushwood
The surname Brushwood is of English origin and is derived from a topographic name for someone who lived near a patch of brushwood or a thicket. It is composed of the Middle English word "brush" meaning "brushwood" or "thicket," and "wood" referring to a forest or wooded area. The name likely originated as a descriptive or locational surname, identifying individuals who resided near such natural features.
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The surname Brushwood is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Brushwood based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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Here's how to represent Brushwood in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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