Maurice
Maurice first appears in US records in 0. It peaked in 1921, when 1,743 boys were given the name.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Maurice popular?
Vintage Maurice is rarely given today, but saw real use in the past — it peaked back in 1921.
| 2020s | 1,476 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 4,640 | |
| 2000s | 7,178 | |
| 1990s | 10,087 | |
| 1980s | 15,575 | |
| 1970s | 15,233 | |
| 1960s | 14,643 | |
| 1950s | 12,584 | |
| 1940s | 10,477 | |
| 1930s | 12,638 | |
| 1920s | 16,161 | |
| 1910s | 11,429 | |
| 1900s | 1,980 | |
| 1890s | 1,270 | |
| 1880s | 961 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Maurice mean?
From Latin 'Mauritius', a derivative of 'Maurus' meaning 'Moor' or 'dark-skinned, swarthy'. Borne by Saint Maurice, a 3rd-century martyr.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Maurice mean?
Maurice means dark-skinned, Moorish. From Latin 'Mauritius', a derivative of 'Maurus' meaning 'Moor' or 'dark-skinned, swarthy'. Borne by Saint Maurice, a 3rd-century martyr.
What is the origin of the name Maurice?
Maurice is of latin origin.
How do you pronounce Maurice?
Maurice is pronounced “MOR-iss.”
Is Maurice a boy or a girl name?
Maurice is most commonly used as a boy name.
Is Maurice a popular name right now?
Maurice is rarely given today, but saw real use in the past — it peaked back in 1921.
How popular is the name Maurice?
In 2025, Maurice ranked #1020 among boys’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Maurice most popular?
Maurice was most popular in 1921, when about 1,743 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What names are similar to Maurice?
Names similar to Maurice include Rex, Felix, Maximilian, Aurelio, Aurelius.
What names go well with Maurice?
latin names that pair well with Maurice include Mark, Amanda, Emily, Olivia, Ava.