There are
1546
Goodwyns in the USA
Goodwyn is the
18043rd
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Goodwyn

ThomasGoodwin

Thomas Goodwin was an English Puritan theologian and preacher, known for his influential writings on theology and his support of the Reformed tradition.

GoodwynBarmby

Goodwyn Barmby was an English writer and socialist activist who was involved in the Chartist movement, advocating for political and social reforms.

JohnGoodwin

John Goodwin was an English politician and theologian, known for his involvement in the Civil War and his advocacy for religious freedom.

NathanielGoodwin

Nathaniel Goodwin was an American stage actor in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, known for his performances in Shakespearean plays.

WilliamGoodwin

William Goodwin was a British novelist and philosopher, known for his works exploring themes of social inequality and individual freedom.

MilesGoodwin

Miles Goodwin is a Canadian rock musician and songwriter, best known as the lead vocalist and guitarist for the band April Wine.

LloydGoodwin

Lloyd Goodwin was an American football player who played for the Dallas Cowboys in the 1970s and was known for his strong defensive skills.

HelenGoodwyn

Helen Goodwyn was an American artist known for her abstract paintings and sculptures that incorporated innovative materials and techniques.

GeorgeGoodwyn

George Goodwyn was an English cricketer who played for Lancashire and represented England in international cricket matches.

RichardGoodwyn

Richard Goodwyn was a Canadian jurist and legal scholar, known for his contributions to constitutional law and his advocacy for indigenous rights.

Goodwyn Genealogy

OriginsThe surname 'Goodwyn' is of English origin, derived from the Old English name 'Godwine,' meaning 'good friend' or 'good to God.' It was a patronymic surname, indicating descent from someone named Godwine.
Geographic DistributionThe surname 'Goodwyn' has a relatively small geographic distribution, with the majority of individuals with this name found in the United Kingdom, particularly in England.
VariationsVariations of the surname 'Goodwyn' include 'Godwin,' 'Gooden,' 'Goodwin,' 'Goodwynn,' 'Goodson,' 'Godwinson,' 'Goodwine,' 'Goodkin,' 'Godwinn,' and 'Godwinne.'
Migration and ImmigrationInformation about the migration and immigration of people with the name Goodwyn is not readily available.