MOULTRIE
Moultrie
The surname Moultrie is of English origin, believed to have its roots in the county of Yorkshire. It is a locational surname, derived from the place name "Moultray" or "Moultray" in the village of Mowthorpe. The name is pronounced "mole-tree" and variations include Mowltrie and Moultries.
The Moultrie family has a significant historical presence in Britain, particularly in Scotland. The most notable bearer of the surname was General William Moultrie (1730–1805), a prominent American military leader during the American Revolutionary War. The surname Moultrie has since been carried by many notable individuals in British history.
Occurrences of the surname Moultrie can be found across various regions of the United Kingdom, with concentrations in Yorkshire, Scotland, and other parts of England. The name has spread globally as descendants of Moultries migrated to different countries, particularly to the United States.
The Moultrie family crest features a shield with elements symbolising strength, courage, and honour, reflecting the historical significance and legacy of the name.
In contemporary times, the surname Moultrie continues to be preserved and celebrated by descendants, with efforts to trace and document the family's genealogy and heritage. The name serves as a reminder of the ancestral ties and contributions of the Moultrie lineage to British history and culture.
There are approximately 270 people named Moultrie in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around four in a million people in Britain are named Moultrie.
Origin: Celtic
Region of origin: British Isles
Country of origin: Scotland
Religion of origin: Christian
Language of origin: Gaelic
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Alan
- Andrew
- Brian
- David
- George
- Gordon
- James
- John
- Michael
- William
Female
- Anne
- Christine
- Chrsitine
- Diane
- Emma
- Jean
- Lisa
- Margaret
- Mary
- Maureen
- Susan
- Tracy