About Chitwood
The surname Chitwood is of English origin and is derived from a place name. It is believed to have originated from the Old English words "cete" meaning cottage or hut, and "wudu" meaning wood or forest. Therefore, the meaning of the surname Chitwood can be interpreted as "dweller by the cottage in the woods" or "one who lived near a small dwelling in the forest."
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The surname Chitwood is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Chitwood 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 Chitwood in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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