About Orpurt
The surname Orpurt is of English origin and is believed to be a variant spelling of the surname Harpwood. It is derived from the Old English words "hearp" meaning "harp" and "wudu" meaning "wood." Therefore, the surname Orpurt likely originated as a descriptive name for someone who lived near or worked with harpwood, which could refer to the wood used to make harps or a place where harps were made.
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The surname Orpurt is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Orpurt based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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