About Moir
The surname Moir is of Scottish origin and is derived from the Old Gaelic name "Mac Mhaoir," meaning "son of the steward." It is believed to have originated from a person who held the position of steward or manager of an estate or household. Over time, the name Moir has evolved and variations such as Mair, Moyr, and Moar have emerged. Today, individuals with the surname Moir can be found across the world, particularly in Scotland and other English-speaking countries.
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The surname Moir is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Moir based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
Ranking information for the surname Moir is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Moir in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Moir using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.