TheNameDBMoorman
TopographicMeaning
A man who lived on or worked the moors.
Etymology
Combination of 'moor' and the occupational suffix 'man', indicating someone whose livelihood or residence was associated with moorland. The surname reflects medieval occupational and topographic naming practices.
About the Moorman Surname
Moorman is an occupational-topographic surname denoting someone associated with moorland areas. The name remains relatively uncommon and is primarily concentrated in its regions of origin.
Distribution
Found primarily in England and the Netherlands, with smaller populations in North America.
Notable Bearers
Yardena Moorman (artist)