| ![Show Contents]() Moorer History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms
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 Germany The Moorer surname comes from the German word "mauer," meaning "wall;" as such, the name is thought to have originally been occupational, for a builder of stone walls. Early Origins of the Moorer familyThe surname Moorer was first found in Austria, where the name Moorer became noted for its many branches in the region, each house acquiring a status and influence which was envied by the princes of the region. In their later history the name became a power unto themselves and were elevated to the ranks of nobility as they grew into this most influential family. Early History of the Moorer familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Moorer research. Another 127 words (9 lines of text) covering the years 1677, 1701, 1777 and 1787 are included under the topic Early Moorer History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Moorer Spelling VariationsSpelling variations of this family name include: Maurer, Maurere, Maurers, Maureres, Maurerr, Maurrer, Maurerrs, Maurrers, Maurerre, Maurreres, Maureer, Morer, Moorer and many more. Early Notables of the Moorer familyMore information is included under the topic Early Moorer Notables in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Moorer RankingIn the United States, the name Moorer is the 6,792nd most popular surname with an estimated 4,974 people with that name. 1
 Moorer migration to the United States | + |
Some of the first settlers of this family name were: Moorer Settlers in United States in the 19th Century- Degmon L. Moorer, who was naturalized in Miami in 1899
| Contemporary Notables of the name Moorer (post 1700) | + |
- Thomas Hinman Moorer (1912-2004), American admiral, Chief of Naval Operations, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff
- Stephen Moorer (b. 1961), American stage actor, director and producer
- Michael Lee Moorer (b. 1967), American former professional boxer
- James Andy Moorer (b. 1945), American digital audio and computer music engineer who holds four patents
- Allison Moorer (b. 1972), American alternative country singer and the younger sister of Shelby Lynne
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Moorer migration to the United States 
