Origin and Meaning of Maruice
Meaning & Origin
Dark-skinned, Moorish
Origin: Latin - Derived from the Latin name 'Mauritius', which itself comes from the word 'Maurus', meaning ‘Moor’ or ‘dark-skinned’.
Interesting Facts
- Maurice has been a popular name throughout history, especially in France and England since the Middle Ages.
- In different cultures, the name has various adaptations such as 'Morrice' in English and 'Mauricio' in Spanish and Portuguese.
- Notable bearers include Maurice Ravel, a famous French composer, and Maurice Sendak, the celebrated American children's book author.
- Maurice reached its peak popularity in the early to mid-20th century but has seen a decline in recent years, particularly in the U.S.
- Variations and derivatives include Mauritz, Morris, and Mo, which are used across different cultures.