Moore
- Gender
- Male
- Meaning
- Surname.
- Origin
- Irish
The meaning of Moore is "dark-skinned". A place name for families who lived close to a bog or moor. The ancient Irish Moores settled in Kildare, while most Moores are from Antrim and Dublin.
Quick Facts About Moore
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Not in registry
US SSA records — name appears fewer than 5 times in any year
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