Stroud

The surname Stroud is of English origin and is derived from a place name in Gloucestershire, England. The name comes from the Old English words “strōd” meaning “marshy ground” and “strōde” meaning “a marshy place overgrown with brushwood”. The first recorded use of the surname was in the 13th century. Today, there are many individuals and families with the surname Stroud around the world. The name is often associated with qualities such as resilience, adaptability, and a connection to nature.