Moultrie
Scottish · Boy · 1 syllable
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About the name Moultrie
Moultrie is a Scottish surname derived from the place name Moultre or Moultray in Scotland, likely containing Old Norse elements related to a mule or promontory.
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Etymology
Moultrie is a Scottish surname derived from the place name Moultre or Moultray in Scotland, likely containing Old Norse elements related to a mule or promontory. The name is primarily used in English-speaking cultures with Scottish heritage, and gained historical prominence through figures like General William Moultrie, a notable American Revolutionary War commander.
Moultrie currently ranks #4,604 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1914.
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