About the Moren Surname

Seen on a birth certificate or a ship's manifest, Moren is usually a form of Moran. The name is usually explained as “Descendant of Mórán ("great")”.

• Moren is listed among the recognised spellings of Moran.
• Census takers and immigration officers often wrote what they heard.
• You may also find the name written O'Moran and Morran.

Moren coat of arms

Heraldry is personal: arms associated with the Moran surname were borne by specific families, and sharing the name does not mean sharing the blazon. For the full story, order the Moren surname pack.