Sherwood Name Meaning
The name Sherwood comes from English roots and carries a meaning worth knowing. Read the full meaning and origin of Sherwood below, then browse real variants, short forms, and related names from the same family. Tap any name to copy it instantly.
Sherwood Name Meaning
EnglishFrom an English place name (or from a surname which was derived from it) meaning "bright forest". This was the name of the forest in which the legendary outlaw Robin Hood made his home.
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What does the name Sherwood mean?
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Is Sherwood a boy or girl name?
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