Monroe
A place-derived surname referring to a location near a Northern Irish waterway.
Meaning and origin
Monroe originates as a Scottish surname tied to geography, specifically a spot alongside the Roe, which flows through Northern Ireland.
How to pronounce Monroe
| English (US) | mun-RO /mənˈroʊ/ |
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