Westmoreland is an uncommon yet distinctive given name of English origin. It is derived from the surname Westmorland, which is itself a combination of 'west' and 'Morland', an ancient county in northwest England. The name Westmoreland translates to 'from the western Morland', referring to the region's location west of the Pennines mountain range. Historically, this name has been associated with people of influence and nobility, as it was originally a surname given to those who lived or held lands in Westmorland. However, today Westmoreland is occasionally used as a first name, adding a unique touch to any list of names.
"The year 1917 saw six babies named Westmoreland."