Moehrig

Moehrig is a surname of German origin. The spelling Moehrig reflects the common Anglophone rendering of the umlauted ö as "oe." The name is found in Germany, the United States, and other countries with German heritage, and many families with this name trace ancestry to German-speaking regions.

In modern usage, Moehrig functions as a family surname and has been carried by individuals in various fields. The name is particularly associated with North American contexts due to German and Central European immigration in the 19th and 20th centuries.

Notable people with the surname include Trevon Moehrig (born 1999), an American football safety for the Las Vegas Raiders. He played college football at Texas Christian University (TCU) and was selected in the 2021 NFL Draft in the second round. Moehrig’s professional career has been marked by a focus on defensive back play and special teams contributions.

The Moehrig surname is one of many German-origin names that has become established in North American public life. While detailed genealogical information for individual families may vary, the name generally reflects historical ties to German-speaking regions and the broader patterns of European immigration to the Americas.