Goodier

Goodier Meaning & Origin

About Goodier
The surname Goodier is of English origin and is derived from the Middle English word "goodier," meaning "good" or "kind." It is an occupational surname that was given to someone who was known for their good or kind nature. The name may have been bestowed upon individuals who exhibited qualities of generosity, benevolence, or moral uprightness. Over time, the surname Goodier has evolved and been passed down through generations, becoming a lasting reminder of an ancestor's virtuous character.

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Popularity

Surname Popularity by Ethnicity

The surname Goodier is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:

  • Number of People with the name Goodier: 295
  • Overall Popularity: Less than 0.01% (a rare surname)
  • Ranking: 66,931
  • Frequency per 100k people: 0.1

Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Goodier 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 Goodier is not currently available.

Pronunciation

📇 Metaphone
KT
🗽 NYSIIS
GA
🔊 Soundex
G0306
🎵 Syllabic Pronunciation
G UH1 D IY0 ER0
🌐 IPA
/goodier*/
🔊 Double Metaphone
('KT', 'KTR')
🈯 Cross-Lingual Phonetic
G360

Accessibility & Communication

How to write the name Goodier in Braille

Here's how to represent Goodier in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.

The name Goodier in braille

How to sign the name Goodier using Sign Language

The image below shows how you can spell Goodier using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.

The name Goodier in sign language

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