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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Dark-skinned / Moorish (via Maurice, from Latin Maurus)
- Origin
- Old French (form of Maurice)
- Gender
- Used for both boys and girls
- Pronunciation
- MOR-iss
Morris is an Old French form of Maurice, and it carries the meaning "dark-skinned" or "Moorish," tracing back to the Latin Maurus. It's a name with real history behind it rather than a modern invention, so parents drawn to it are picking up a name that's been in steady use for well over a century.
Meaning & Origin of Morris
Meaning: Dark-skinned / Moorish (via Maurice, from Latin Maurus).
Origin: Old French (form of Maurice).
Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.
How to Pronounce Morris
MOR-issIPA /ˈmɒrɪs/
Popularity of Morris
Morris peaked in popularity in 1912, when it ranked #82 with 960 babies given the name that year. By 2024 it had fallen to #1868 with just 86 babies, according to Social Security data spanning 1880 to 2024.
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FAQ
What does the name Morris mean?
Dark-skinned / Moorish (via Maurice, from Latin Maurus). (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Morris?
Morris is pronounced MOR-iss (IPA: /ˈmɒrɪs/).
Is Morris a popular name right now?
Morris peaked at #82 in 1912 and is ranked #1868 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)
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