Ware is an English gender-neutral name that originated from the word "dam," symbolizing strength and resilience. The name is associated with various places, including Ware in Hertfordshire, Devon, and Kent in the United Kingdom, as well as Fort Ware in British Columbia, Canada. It is also linked to several locations in the United States, such as Ware County in Georgia and Ware, Massachusetts. Additionally, Ware has other connotations, including references to pottery, a radio station in Massachusetts, and a football team based in Hertfordshire. The name is also linked to a covert American communist organization and an uncommon chess opening. Ware exudes a sense of steadfastness and endurance, reflecting its meaning of "dam."