US Popularity:5758
Origin:British
Other Origin(s):Irish, Latin
Meaning:Dark-skinned, swarthy; Moorish; Sea choice; Sea valor
Morriss is a masculine name of British, Irish, and Latin origin to give plenty of inspiration. A variant of Morris, it can come from the Latin Maurus, meaning “dark-skinned” and “swarthy,” celebrating your little one’s inherited dark features. It may also mean “Moorish,” which historically referred to the people and culture based in North Africa. For a water-inspired name, Morriss can also come from the Irish name Muirgheas, meaning “sea choice” or “sea valor.” If you can imagine baby sailing along the ocean toward their next adventure, Morriss can give waves of encouragement.

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1918
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