Goddard
Definition
A surname of Old English origin, typically associated with historical figures in science, space exploration, and social services.
A reference to Robert H. Goddard, the American physicist often called the 'father of modern rocketry' for his pioneering work in liquid-fueled propulsion.
A commonly used institutional name in the United States, appearing in entities ranging from NASA's Goddard Space Flight Center to the Goddard School franchise and various philanthropic organizations.
Examples
If Robert Goddard could see modern space travel, he might be impressed—or just disappointed we still haven't found a better way to make toast in zero gravity.
My neighbor claims his toddler is a genius because he attends The Goddard School, though the kid currently thinks 'physics' is a type of snack.
Working at a place named Goddard makes one feel like a budding aerospace engineer, even if your actual daily contribution is just fixing the office printer.