TheNameDBDevore
TopographicMeaning
From a place name, possibly derived from 'de vore' or related to a geographical feature.
Etymology
Similar to Devoe, this surname likely stems from Dutch topographic elements with the prefix 'de' indicating origin from a specific location. The exact meaning of the root element remains uncertain but may relate to landscape features.
About the Devore Surname
A variant of Devoe with similar Dutch or Flemish origins indicating a topographic origin. The surname appears in American records from the colonial and early national periods.
Distribution
Found primarily in the United States, particularly in the Midwest and Mid-Atlantic regions.
Notable Bearers
Documented in American genealogical records; specific notable individuals require further verification.