Westmoreland

Meaning

The western moorland or western open country.

Etymology

Westmoreland combines Old English 'west' and 'mor' (moor or open land) with 'land'. The name originally referred to the western moorlands, particularly in northern England where the county of Westmorland is located.

About the Name Westmoreland

Westmoreland is primarily a place name and surname that has been used as a given name, particularly in American culture. It carries associations with English geography and military heritage.

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