About Wurr
The surname Wurr is of English origin and is derived from the Old English word "wyr," meaning "weir" or "fish trap." It is a topographic surname given to someone who lived near a fish trap or a place where fish were caught. The name may also have been occupational, referring to someone who worked as a fisherman or was involved in the construction or maintenance of fish traps.
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The surname Wurr is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Wurr 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 Wurr in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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