Mortimer - Last Names

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Mortimer

/ˈmɔːrtɪmər/

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Uncommon

Meaning

Dead sea or still water

Symbolizes stability amidst stillness and quiet strength, often linked to endurance and resilience through adversity.

Symbolism

Embodies legacy, ancestral pride, and a connection to land and lineage; historically represents authority and feudal power.

Etymology: Derived from the Old French 'mort' (dead) and 'mer' (sea), meaning 'dead sea' or 'still water'; originally a locational surname for someone living near a stagnant body of water, later borne by the noble de Mortimer family.

Style & Origin

traditional

unique

english

Cultural Background

Of Anglo-Norman origin, Mortimer emerged in medieval England and is associated with nobility and lan

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