Maurice

Origin of the Name Maurice is a surname of ancient Norman origin, deriving from the Old French name "Mauris" or "Moreau", both of which are ultimately derived from the Latin name "Maurus" meaning "dark-skinned" or "Moorish".

History The Maurice surname is believed to have been introduced to England after the Norman Conquest of 1066. The earliest recorded spelling of the Maurice surname dates back to the late 12th century in Yorkshire, England.

Notable Individuals The Maurice surname has been borne by various notable individuals throughout history, including prominent figures in academia, politics, and the arts. Some famous bearers of the Maurice surname include Sir Frederick Maurice, a distinguished British Army officer, and G. E. Maurice, a celebrated English rugby player.

Distribution The Maurice surname is relatively rare in the United Kingdom, with concentrations in areas such as Yorkshire, Lancashire, and London. The name has also been found in other English-speaking countries such as the United States, Canada, and Australia.

Variants Variants of the Maurice surname include Morice, Mauris, Maury, Moreau, and Morse.

Heraldry The Maurice surname is not associated with a specific coat of arms, as heraldic symbols and designs typically vary among different branches of the family.

There are approximately 753 people named Maurice in the UK. That makes it roughly the 9,185th most common surname in Britain. Around 12 in a million people in Britain are named Maurice.

Surname type: From given name or forename

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
  • David
  • James
  • John
  • Mark
  • Michael
  • Paul
  • Peter
  • Philip
  • Richard
  • Simon

Female

  • Alexandra
  • Catherine
  • Claire
  • Clare
  • Elizabeth
  • Karen
  • Kathleen
  • Linda
  • Louise
  • Michelle
  • Nicola
  • Penelope
  • Rachel
  • Sarah
  • Wendy

Similar and related surnames

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