What is the origin of the surname Orr?
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The surname Orr may come from one of two places. One is from the river and city Orr, which is in Scotland. The other source of the name Orr may be from the name "Or," which is a border or boundary.
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Here's what I found; "1. Scottish Gaelic origin (the strongest and most widely accepted) Most surname scholars trace Orr to the Gaelic word odhar (pronounced roughly “OR”), meaning: pale dun‑colored sallow yellowish‑brown In medieval Scotland and Ireland, this was used as a nickname for someone with a pale or sallow complexion. Over time, Odhar → Orr as surnames became anglicized." Happy Valentines day. 2/14/26
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