Moore surname: meaning and origin
Moore means descendant of Mórdha, meaning stately or proud. It is a native Gaelic Irish family from Laois (Leix).
| Irish form | Ó Mórdha |
|---|---|
| Meaning | descendant of Mórdha, meaning stately or proud |
| Home region | Laois (Leix) (Leinster) |
| Origin | Gaelic |
| Variants | More, O'Moore |
History of the Moore name
The O'Mores were the lords of Laois until the sixteenth century. Moore is also an English name, so not every Moore in Ireland is of Gaelic descent.
More surnames from Leinster
- BrennanÓ Braonáin · descendant of Braonán
- ByrneÓ Broin · descendant of Bran
- O'CarrollÓ Cearbhaill · descendant of Cearbhall
- CullenÓ Cuilinn · descendant of Cuilean
- DoyleÓ Dubhghaill · dark foreigner
- DunneÓ Duinn · descendant of Donn
Frequently asked questions
What does the surname Moore mean?
Moore (Irish: Ó Mórdha) means descendant of Mórdha, meaning stately or proud.
What is the Irish spelling of Moore?
The Irish-language form of Moore is Ó Mórdha.
Where is the surname Moore from?
Moore is a native Gaelic Irish family, associated with Laois (Leix) in Leinster.
What are other spellings of Moore?
Related spellings and forms include More, O'Moore.