About Moreshead
The surname Moreshead is of English origin and is derived from the Old English personal name "Maurice" or "Morris" combined with the word "head," which referred to a hill or a promontory. Therefore, the meaning of the surname Moreshead can be interpreted as "the hill or promontory belonging to Maurice or Morris." It is a locational surname, indicating that the original bearers of the name may have lived near or owned land on a hill or promontory.
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The surname Moreshead is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
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