About Score
The surname Score is of English origin and has multiple possible meanings. It could be derived from the Old Norse word "skor," meaning a notch or a tally, suggesting that the name was given to someone who kept score or kept track of something. Alternatively, it could be a topographic name for someone who lived near a steep slope or escarpment, derived from the Old Norse word "skor," meaning a cliff or a steep bank. The surname Score could also be a variant spelling of the Scottish surname Skirr, derived from the Gaelic word "sgair," meaning a shout or a cry, possibly indicating a nickname for someone with a loud or distinctive voice.
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The surname Score is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Score based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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Here's how to represent Score in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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