Sherwood is an unconventional given name of English origin, derived from the Old English words 'scir' meaning 'bright' or 'clear', and 'wudu' translating to 'wood'. It was originally used as a surname referring to someone who lived in a wood clearing or bright meadow. Over time, Sherwood has evolved into a unisex first name, though it remains relatively rare.
"Sherwood is quite uncommon, with only two recorded births over the past century."