Mortimer Name Meaning
The name Mortimer comes from English roots and carries a meaning worth knowing. Read the full meaning and origin of Mortimer below, then browse real variants, short forms, and related names from the same family. Tap any name to copy it instantly.
Mortimer Name Meaning
EnglishFrom an English surname which was derived from a place name meaning "still water" in Old French.
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