Derived from the Germanic elements hros meaning “horse” and lind meaning “soft, tender, flexible”. The Normans introduced this name to England, though it was not common. During the Middle Ages its spelling was influenced by the Latin phrase rosa linda “beautiful rose”. The name was popularized by Edmund Spencer, who used it in his poetry, and by William Shakespeare, who used it for the heroine in his comedy As You Like It (1599).
People with the name Spenser have a deep inner desire to use their abilities in leadership, and to have personal independence. They would rather focus on large, important issues, and delegate the details.
People with the name Murdo have a deep inner desire to serve humanity and to give to others by sharing money, knowledge and experience, or creative and artistic ability.