Woodson

“From the surname Woodson — possibly 'son of Wodard'” — English origin

Boy's name · #2450 in the US (2025) · Heirloom

Woodson belongs to an older America first — it reached #693 back in 1886 — yet it still appears in today's records at #2450. About 1,400 boys have carried it since 1880. It is also an American family name — about 17,000 people carry it as a surname, according to US census data.

Famous Woodsons

Woodson Ratcliffe Oglesby — American politician
Woodson T. Slater — American judge (1858-1928)
Woodson Michel — Haitian-American singer
Woodson Norvell — American politician

In stories & tradition

Woodson (Jonah Hex) — All-Star Western · Batman: The Animated Series

Similar names: Mercer · Woods · Whit · Hardin · Golden · Gibson

Browse more boy names — popularity, trends and eras for 5,700+ American names, free.

About · Privacy Policy · Terms of Service