Derwood
boy nameDerwood entered the US charts in 1912, peaked at #1207 in 1919, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1912–2025
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rank today
#1207
peak (1919)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #1459 |
| 1920s | #1457 |
| 1930s | #1647 |
| 1940s | #1930 |
| 1950s | #2245 |
| 1960s | #2929 |
| 1970s | #4584 |
Living bearers
About 300 people named Derwood are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Derwood alive today was born around 1935, making them about 90 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Derwood in 2025?
- Derwood is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Derwood most popular?
- Derwood peaked in 1919, reaching #1207 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Derwood with classmates?
- Derwood will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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