| Meaning | dark-skinned, Moorish |
| Origin | Latin, Roman |
| Gender | Boy |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 7 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Syllabification | Mau-rice |
About Maurice
Debonair, distinguished, and delightfully unexpected in contemporary contexts, Maurice carries sophisticated charm that sets its bearer apart. This name whispers rather than shouts, drawing people in through subtle elegance rather than bold statements. There's a gentle strength here, a refined masculinity that doesn't need to prove itself. Maurice feels literary and artistic, suggesting someone with depth, culture, and perhaps a touch of mystery. While less common today than in previous generations, this creates opportunity rather than liability—Maurice stands out precisely because it's not overused, offering distinction without strangeness. The name ages beautifully, suitable for an adorable toddler yet dignified enough for a distinguished older gentleman. It's a choice that shows thoughtfulness and appreciation for classic sophistication.
Names Similar to Maurice
| Michael |
| Matthew |
| Mark |
| Maxwell |
| Martin |
| Miles |
| Mason |
| Malcolm |
| Marshall |
| Mitchell |
| Marcus |
| Maddox |
Nicknames for Maurice
| Mo |
| Maury |
| Reece |
| Moe |
| Mau |
Famous People Named Maurice
| Maurice Ravel | French composer |
| Maurice Sendak | American author |
| Maurice Chevalier | French actor/singer |
| Maurice Richard | Canadian ice hockey legend |
| Maurice Greene | American sprinter |
| Maurice Gibb | British musician, part of the Bee Gees |
| Maurice Benard | American actor |
| Maurice Wilkins | British physicist, Nobel laureate |
| Maurice Maeterlinck | Belgian playwright, Nobel laureate |
| Maurice Clarett | American football player |
| Maurice Evans | American actor |
| Maurice Ashley | Jamaican-American chess grandmaster |
| Maurice Tempelsman | Belgian-American businessman |
| Maurice Herzog | French mountaineer |
| Maurice Jarre | French composer |
| Maurice Merleau-Ponty | French philosopher |
| Maurice Pialat | French film director |
| Maurice Lucas | American basketball player |
| Maurice Murphy | British trumpeter |
| Maurice Stokes | American basketball player |
Characters Named Maurice
| Maurice Levy | The Wire - TV series |
| Maurice Evans | Planet of the Apes - film series |
| Maurice Minnifield | Northern Exposure - TV series |
| Maurice Utrillo | Midnight in Paris - film |
| Maurice the Hormone Monster | Big Mouth - animated series |
| Maurice Pitt | The Basketball Diaries - film |
| Maurice LaMarche | Futurama - animated series |
| Maurice the Orangutan | Rise of the Planet of the Apes - film |
| Maurice Hall | Maurice - film adaptation |
| Maurice the Penguin | Happy Feet - animated film |
| Maurice Moss | The IT Crowd - US TV series |
| Maurice Allington | The Green Man - novel by Kingsley Amis |