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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.
The 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.
This 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.
Spelling variations of this family name include: Maurer, Maurere, Maurers, Maureres, Maurerr, Maurrer, Maurerrs, Maurrers, Maurerre, Maurreres, Maureer, Morer, Moorer and many more.
More information is included under the topic Early Moorer Notables in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.
In the United States, the name Moorer is the 6,792nd most popular surname with an estimated 4,974 people with that name. 1