WOORE
Woore
The Woore surname is of English origin, deriving from the village of Woore in Shropshire, England. The name is classified as a habitational surname, given to individuals based on their place of origin.
The village of Woore is believed to have derived its name from the Old English word "wara," meaning "weir," and refers to a fish trap or dam placed in a river or stream. The name is first recorded in the Domesday Book of 1086 as "Warra."
Over the centuries, individuals with the surname Woore have dispersed across the United Kingdom and beyond, establishing family lines in various regions. The surname may have undergone variations in spelling over time, such as War, Ware, and Wear, reflecting local accents and dialects.
Notable individuals bearing the surname Woore have made contributions to various fields, such as academia, the arts, and business. The Woore surname serves as a reminder of the historical and geographical ties that families have to the village of Woore and the broader region of Shropshire.
In modern times, the Woore surname continues to be passed down through generations, keeping alive the legacy of its origins in the English countryside.
There are approximately 113 people named Woore in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Woore.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Chris
- Colin
- Darron
- Focus
- Mark
Female
- Michelle
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