Moore Name Meaning

The name Moore is of English origin and it is primarily a surname. It is derived from the Middle English word "more" which means "moor" or "fen." Moors were areas of open uncultivated land, often with extensive heathland and marshes.

As a surname, Moore is relatively common and widely spread in English-speaking countries. It can also be found as a given name, but it is much less common in that context.