Maurice
BoyOrigin: Latin · French
Meaning
“dark-skinned Moorish man”
Cultural Notes
From Latin Mauritius relating to the Moors of North Africa; Saint Maurice was a popular Christian martyr.
Popularity
Rarity: rare
Peak decade: 1920s
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Famous People Named Maurice
- Maurice Ravel, Maurice Chevalier, Maurice Sendak
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