Woodworth is a surname of English origin. The name likely derives from the Old English words “wudu” meaning “wood” and “wurth” meaning “enclosure” or “farmstead”. The Woodworth family can be traced back to the early 16th century in England. Today, the surname can be found in various parts of the world, including the United States, Canada, and Australia. Notable individuals with the Woodworth surname include Samuel Woodworth, a 19th century American poet and journalist, and William Woodworth, a Canadian politician.
