What kind of name is Mortimer? ?

Question

where does it originate?

Spain?

Answer 1

Well it was Mickey Mouse's name before Walt Disney's wife, Lilly, talked him into changing it to Mickey.

Answer 2

its jewish

Answer 3

I believe its English but it reminds me of a hunchback. :/

Answer 4

it's an "old f**t" name.  not sure of the origin.

Answer 5

"English surname transferred to forename use, itself from a Norman baronial use, meaning 'dead sea' in Old French. Used as an English form of Irish/Gaelic 'Muiriartach', 'mariner, seaman.'"

This name was most popular during the 1910's-1920's, and has since practically dropped out of use; it is very rare nowadays.

I personally find it charming, in a sort of tweed/cigars/Grandpa sort of way- I wouldn't mind naming a pet this, maybe not my own kid! :)

Answer 6

I been asking the same question with my middle name Baliton too.