MARRIS

Origin and etymology In historic texts In the 1881 census Distribution map

Marris

Marris is a surname of English origin. The earliest documented instances of the surname can be traced back to the county of Yorkshire in northern England.

Meaning and Origin The surname "Marris" is believed to have originated from the Old French personal name "Maris", which itself is derived from the Latin name "Mauritius" meaning "dark" or "Moorish". Over time, this personal name evolved into the surname "Marris" as it passed down through generations.

Distribution Historical records show that individuals bearing the surname Marris have been predominantly located in Yorkshire, particularly in the areas of Leeds, Sheffield, and Huddersfield. However, migration and dispersal have led to the surname being present in various other regions of the United Kingdom.

Notable Individuals

John Marris (1806–1889): A notable Victorian artist known for his landscape paintings.
Julia Marris (b. 1955): A respected author and journalist, renowned for her works on social issues in modern Britain.

Trivia The Marris family name has been linked to several notable landmarks in Yorkshire, with records indicating their involvement in local affairs and business enterprises.

There are approximately 916 people named Marris in the UK. That makes it roughly the 7,889th most common surname in Britain. Around 14 in a million people in Britain are named Marris.

Surname type: Diminutive

Origin: English

Region of origin: British Isles

Country of origin: England

Religion of origin: Christian

Language of origin: English

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

Andrew
Anthony
Christopher
David
Graham
Ian
John
Martin
Paul
Richard
Robert
Stephen

Female

Catherine
Claire
Emma
Gillian
Jennifer
Julie
Kate
Margaret
Rebecca
Sarah
Sophie
Susan
Sylvia

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