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Maurice is a traditionally masculine given name, also used as a surname. It originates as a French name derived from the Latin Mauritius or Mauricius and was subsequently used in other languages. Its popularity is due to Mauritius , a saint of the Theban Legion (died 287).
Maurice as a boys' name is pronounced maw-REESE. It is of Latin origin, and the meaning of Maurice is " dark -skinned, Moorish". Also possibly an anglicized form of Muirgheas ( Irish, Gaelic) "seafarer" and ultimately derive from the Phoenician term "mauharim", meaning "easterner".
Meaning of Maurice - What does Maurice mean? Read the name meaning, origin, pronunciation, and popularity of the baby name Maurice for boys.
Dec 7, 2022 · Maurice is a masculine name derived from Mauritius, a Roman soldier and saint. Learn about its popularity, pronunciation, related names, name days and more.
Mauritius Island (Mauritian Creole: Lil Moris; French: Île Maurice, pronounced [il moʁis]) is relatively young geologically, having been created by volcanic activity some 8 million years ago. Together with Saint Brandon, Réunion, and Rodrigues, the island is part of the Mascarene Islands .
Maurice (horse), a Thoroughbred racehorse. Maurice (novel), a 1913 novel by E. M. Forster and published in 1971. Maurice (1987 film), a British film based on the novel. Maurice (Shelley), a children's story by Mary Shelley.
Jun 13, 2024 · Maurice is a Latin name meaning "dark-skinned" that has been in the US Top 200 for most of the 20th century. Find out its rank, similar names, famous people, and pop culture references on Nameberry.
