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Morice is a phonetically modified English variant of the name Maurice, which is considered a variant of the Roman name Mauricius, originating from the Latin Maurus. The meaning of the name can be interpreted as 'the Mauritanian', 'the Moor', or 'the dark-skinned one'.
What does the name Morice mean?
Morice represents a phonetic adaptation of the English name Maurice, which is a variant of the Roman surname Mauricius, which in turn derives from the Latin term Maurus. The name is translated as 'the Mauritanian', 'the Moor', or 'the dark one'. Its roots can be found in the Latin maurus, meaning 'dark-skinned', as well as in the Ancient Greek expressions amaurós (ἀμαυρός), meaning 'dark, black, the moor', and amáurosi (αμαύρωση), meaning 'burnt, tanned, bronzed'. Particularly in the Middle Ages, the name spread due to the veneration of Saint Maurus, who was known in the 6th century as a student and assistant of Saint Benedict. Additionally, Saint Mauritius in the 4th century contributed to the name's popularity, as he is regarded as the leader of the Theban Legion in Switzerland. Other forms of the name include Mauritius, Mauriz, Mauro, Maur, Maurece, Mauri, Mauritz, Maurids, Maurits, Maurin, Maurilio, Maurizio, Mauricio, Maury, Maurycy, and Maurinus. The name is also found in the spellings Moritz, Moriz, Moric, and Morris.
Where does the name Morice come from?
The name Morice has its roots in Latin and means 'the dark-skinned one'. The etymology is based on the Latin maurus for 'dark-skinned' or the Ancient Greek amaurós (ἀμαυρός) for 'dark, black, the moor' as well as amáurosi (αμαύρωση) for 'burnt, tanned, bronzed'. The language from which this name derives is English.
How do you pronounce Morice?
Mo-ritz
When is the name day of Morice?
The name day of Morice is celebrated on January 15 and September 22.
Popularity
In Germany, Morice is a relatively rare first name. In 2023, it ranked 5,488th on the list of the most common male first names. Its best ranking was in 2005, when it reached 827th place. Over the last ten years, Morice has been given as a first name about 70 times, placing it 2,830th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, Morice is ranked 2,158th.
Nicknames & pet names
Mo / Momo / Morri / Möhre / Rice
Similar first names
Famous people
- Morice Bird (British cricketer)
- Morice Lipsi (Russian sculptor)
Frequently asked questions about the name Morice
What is the origin of the name Morice?
The name Morice has its roots in Latin and derives from the term 'maurus', which means 'dark-skinned'. Greek expressions like 'amaurós', meaning 'dark' or 'black', also contribute to its origin.
What does the name Morice mean?
Morice is translated as 'the Mauritanian', 'the Moor', or 'the dark one'. The meaning refers to the dark skin color associated with the name's root.
How popular is the name Morice?
Morice is a rare name that is not widely used in many countries. However, it enjoys a certain popularity in specific regions, particularly as an interesting variant of Maurice.