About Rhoad
The surname Rhoad is of English origin and is derived from the Old English word "rod" or "rode," meaning "a clearing in the woods." It is a locational surname, indicating that the original bearer lived near or was associated with a place named Rhoad or Rode. The name may also have been given to someone who lived near a road or path. Variations of the surname include Rhodes, Road, and Rode.
The surname Rhoad is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Rhoad 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 Rhoad is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Rhoad in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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