MORLAND

Morland

Morland is an Old English surname derived from the words mōr (meaning moor or marsh) and land (referring to land or territory). The surname likely originated as a locational or topographic name for someone who resided near a moorland or marshy area.

Origins:

The Morland surname can be traced back to medieval times in England, particularly in the region of Westmorland, which is now part of Cumbria. The village of Morland in Cumbria may have also played a role in the adoption of this surname.

Notable Individuals:

While the Morland surname may not be widely recognised, there have been individuals throughout history who have borne this name. One notable example is [placeholder for any notable individual with the surname Morland].

Distribution:

The distribution of the Morland surname is predominantly found in the United Kingdom, particularly in regions with historical ties to the name such as Cumbria and surrounding areas. The surname may also be found in other English-speaking countries due to migration and settlement patterns.

Variants:

Variants of the Morland surname may include Morlando, Morlund, Moorland, or Morlandt.

References:

• P.H. Reaney, A Dictionary of English Surnames (Oxford University Press, 2005).
• G. Redmonds, Surnames in Yorkshire, Vol II: the History of Yorkshire Surnames (Yorkshire Archaeological Society, 2016).

Surname type: Location or geographical feature

Origin: English

Region of origin: British Isles

Country of origin: England

Religion of origin: Christian

Language of origin: English

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

• Andrew
• Christopher
• David
• James
• John
• Michael
• Nicholas
• Paul
• Peter
• Richard
• Robert
• William

Female

• Catherine
• Christine
• Claire
• Elizabeth
• Gillian
• Janet
• Jennifer
• Julie
• Karen
• Laura
• Margaret
• Maria
• Nicola
• Sarah
• Susan

Similar and related surnames

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