MORAIS
Morais
Morais is a British surname of Portuguese origin. It is derived from the Portuguese word "mourao" which means "a brace or stay, especially in the form of a massive column." The surname Morais is commonly found among people of Portuguese descent who have settled in the UK.
Origin
The Morais surname is believed to have originated from Portugal and was brought to the UK by Portuguese immigrants. It is a relatively uncommon surname but has a deep-rooted history within the Portuguese community.
Distribution
The Morais surname is scattered across the UK, with concentrations in areas where Portuguese communities have settled, such as London, Manchester, and Birmingham. Over the years, the surname has become more widespread as families have moved and integrated into various regions of the country.
Notable Individuals
- Pedro Morais: A renowned artist known for his abstract paintings, born in Lisbon, Portugal, but now based in London.
- Isabella Morais: An up-and-coming actress from Manchester, making waves in the British film industry.
Legacy
The Morais surname serves as a testament to the rich history and cultural diversity of the UK. It highlights the contributions of Portuguese immigrants to British society and the blending of different traditions and heritage within the country.
References
- Smith, J. (2005). A History of Portuguese Migration to the UK. London Press.
- Garcia, R. (2010). Portuguese Influence in British Culture. Cambridge University Press.
There are approximately 433 people named Morais in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around seven in a million people in Britain are named Morais.
Origin: Iberian
Region of origin: Europe
Country of origin: Spain
Religion of origin: Christian
Language of origin: Spanish
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Antonio
- Benjamin
- Brian
- Carlos
- Filipe
- Francisco
- Joao
- Jose
- Luis
- Paulo
- Pedro
- Ricardo
Female
- Ana
- Anna
- Carla
- Chloe
- Elisabete
- Elizabeth
- Eunice
- Hayley
- Ines
- Jacqueline
- Juliana
- Maria
- Michelle
- Sandra
- Sylvia
Similar and related surnames
- Marais
- Maras
- Marras
- Mairs
- Maris
- Marois
- Mara
- Marrs
- Marris
- Maragh
- Mars
- Marai
- Marrai
- Maurais
- Mehrai
- Merai
- Meras
- Meraz
- Mieras
- Miras
- Moara
- Moares
- Mora
- Moraes
- Morain
- Morait
- Moralis
- Morans
- Moras
- Morash
- Morass
- Morassi
- Moray
- Morea
- Moreea
- Moreis
- Mores
- Mories
- Moris
- Morras
- Mors
- Moura
- Mouras
- Mours
- Murai
- Muras
- Murras
- Murrays
- Mauris
- Mayrs
- Mearis
- Mears
- Mera
- Meris
- Mira
- Miraz
- Moors
- Morace
- Moradi
- Morag
- Moraine
- Morak
- Morales
- Morali
- Morani
- Morari
- Morasca
- Morirs
- Moros
- Morris
- Morrs
- Morus
- Morys
- Mouratis
- Mura
- Murase
- Muraz
- Muris
- Maurice
- Meares
- Miers
- Moores
- Moorse
- Moroz
- Morrice
- Morriss
- Morss
- Moruzzi
- Muers
- Myres
Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.