MCMORRIS
Also recorded as Mc Morris, Mcmorris
McMorris
McMorris is a Scottish and Irish surname of Gaelic origin. It is an anglicised form of the Gaelic name "Mac Muiris", meaning "son of Maurice".
The name McMorris is believed to have originated in Ireland and Scotland, with different branches of the family settling in various regions over the centuries. The McMorris family is part of the larger clan system that has been a fundamental aspect of Scottish and Irish history.
The McMorris surname has been historically associated with traits such as loyalty, strength, and resilience. Members of the McMorris family have been prominent in various fields, including politics, business, and the arts.
Like many Scottish and Irish surnames, the name McMorris has spread beyond its countries of origin, with individuals bearing the surname found in different parts of the world due to migration and diaspora.
Overall, the McMorris surname is a testament to the rich history and heritage of the Scottish and Irish people, and the diverse contributions made by individuals bearing this name.
There are approximately 176 people named McMorris in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around three in a million people in Britain are named McMorris.
Origin: Celtic
Region of origin: British Isles
Country of origin: Scotland
Religion of origin: Christian
Language of origin: Gaelic
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- David
- Dean
- Greg
- Ian
- James
- John
- Paul
- Richard
- Robert
- Scott
- Stephen
- Stuart
- William
Female
- Agnes
- Catherine
- Daisy
- Elaine
- Elizabeth
- Esther
- Jacqueline
- Louise
- Margaret
- Mary
- Pamela
- Winifred