Woodie
Meaning of Woodie
Woodie is a unisex name with origins in both American and British English. In American English, it is pronounced as WOO-dee (/ˈwʊdi/), while in British English, it is pronounced as WUH-dee (/ˈwʌdi/). The name is also sometimes spelled as Woody. Woodie has been a relatively uncommon name in the United States over the years. It had occurrences in certain years from the early 20th century to the mid-20th century, with varying ranks on the popularity charts during those times. While its usage declined after that period, Woodie still carries a sense of warmth and familiarity associated with nature and perhaps even nostalgia for some people.
Pronunciation
American English
- Pronunced as WOO-dee (/ˈwʊdi/)
British English
- Pronunced as WUH-dee (/ˈwʌdi/)
U.S. Popularity Chart
Notable People Named Woodie
| Woodie Claude Flowers was a distinguished professor of mechanical engineering at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, specializing in engineering design and product development. |
| Woodie King Jr. is an American director and producer known for his work in stage and screen, and for founding the New Federal Theatre in New York City. |
