TheNameDBDensmore
TopographicMeaning
Dweller at the dense moor or marshy wasteland.
Etymology
Composed of Old English 'dens' (valley) and 'mor' (moor, marsh). The surname likely originated in regions of England characterized by boggy or densely vegetated moorland.
About the Densmore Surname
A topographic surname indicating residence near a dense or marshy moor. The name is relatively uncommon and concentrated in North American populations descended from English settlers.
Distribution
Primarily found in New England and northeastern United States.
Notable Bearers
Frances Densmore (ethnomusicologist)