More Name Meaning

The name More is of English origin and is considered a surname turned into a first name. It derives from the Old French word "mors" or "mor," meaning "moor" or "dweller near the marshy grounds." The name likely originated as an occupational surname referring to someone who lived near a moor or marsh.

Although there aren't many famous personalities specifically named More, it is worth mentioning the famous English philosopher, statesman, and author Sir Thomas More (1478-1535). He is best known for his book "Utopia" (1516) which describes an ideal society. More was also a prominent figure during the reign of King Henry VIII and served as Lord Chancellor of England. He was later executed for refusing to acknowledge Henry VIII as the Supreme Head of the Church of England.