Morris

Morris is a boy's name and is of Latin origin. Morris is an English name, derived from the French name Maurice. Maurice is derived from Mauritius, which is derived from the Latin word 'maurus'. Hence, the meaning of Morris is ‘dark-skinned’, ‘Moorish, ‘dark’, ‘swarthy’. It is also used as a surname. Well-known personalities with the name include Morris Halle, a Latvian-American Institute professor and linguist, Morris Chestnut, an American actor, and Morris Day, an American musician.

Gender

Boy

Meaning

dark-skinned

Origin

English variation of Maurice

Numerology

M is for melody, the song of life.

O is for openness, it’s refreshing!

R is for reasonable, your understanding way.

R is for realist, the way you are.

I is for intense, your zest of living.

S is for secret, that you can certainly keep.

Lucky

Morris lucky number is 2.

Within numerology, the 2 vibration assumes the role of the mediator, creating harmony by bringing together dissonant forces through compassion, empathy, and kindness. 2 is linked to psychic abilities and intuition, and if this number appears as a Life Path or Destiny Number, the individual will be astute to subtle energy shifts and emotional nuances. Because 2 is so sensitive, it is very conflict-averse, and can end up feeling under-appreciated or unacknowledged. 2 must avoid seeking external validation and, instead, realize that perfect equilibrium needed already exists within.

Famous People Named Morris

• Morris Lee Claiborne American NFL football player
• Morris Lamont Chestnut Jr., American actor
• Morris E. Day American R&B musician of The Time
• Morris pen name of Maurice De Bevere, Belgian cartoonist
• Morris "Morrie" Schwartz subject of Mitch Albom's "Tuesdays with Morrie"

Morris in Pop Culture

• Morris the Cat advertising mascot for 9Lives brand cat food, voiced by John Erwin
• Morris O'Brian character from the TV's "24"
• Morris town in Connecticut