Morriss

Morriss is a British surname of Welsh origin, deriving from the personal name "Maurice". The name is derived from the Latin name "Maurus", meaning "dark-skinned" or "Moorish". The first recorded instance of the name Morriss dates back to the 13th century in Wales.

Origins

The Morriss surname is primarily found in Wales and England, with concentrations in areas such as Herefordshire, Shropshire, and Staffordshire. The name has multiple variations, including Morris, Maurice, and Morrish.

Notable Individuals

  • William Morriss (1834-1896) - a renowned British textile designer, poet, and socialist activist. Morriss was a leading figure in the Arts and Crafts Movement.
  • Grahame Morriss - a prolific artist known for his landscapes and seascapes, whose works have been exhibited across the United Kingdom.
  • Lucy Morriss - a respected historian and author, acclaimed for her works on medieval Welsh history.

Legacy

The Morriss surname has long been associated with creativity, artistry, and scholarly pursuits. Families with the Morriss surname have made significant contributions to British culture and society.

References

Broader, Simon, and Maddison, Angela. (2012). The Oxford Dictionary of Family Names in Britain and Ireland. Oxford: Oxford University Press.

"Morris Family History." Ancestry.co.uk. https://www.ancestry.co.uk/name-origin?surname=morris

There are approximately 1,081 people named Morriss in the UK. That makes it roughly the 6,952nd most common surname in Britain. Around 17 in a million people in Britain are named Morriss.

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

  • Alan
  • Anthony
  • Christopher
  • David
  • Ian
  • John
  • Matthew
  • Paul
  • Peter
  • Robert
  • Stephen
  • William

Female

  • Angela
  • Charlotte
  • Elizabeth
  • Helen
  • Jean
  • Julie
  • Kelly
  • Louise
  • Nicola
  • Pauline
  • Sandra
  • Sarah
  • Susan

Similar and related surnames

Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.

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