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Maurice
BoyLatin origin · /maw-REES/ · classic
Meaning: Dark-skinned, Moorish.
Popularity 54/1002 syllables↓ Falling
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Today, Maurice is an uncommon name (popularity 54/100).
It is less common today than at its historical peak.
The name Maurice originates from the Latin name Mauritius, which was derived from 'Maurus', meaning 'dark-skinned' or 'Moorish'. The Moors were the Muslim inhabitants of North Africa and Iberia during the Middle Ages. The name was popularized by Saint Maurice, a 3rd-century Roman soldier and Christian martyr. It has been used in various cultures, particularly in French and English-speaking countries, and retains a classic, vintage charm.
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