Moris
Pronunciation: [ m-AWR-ihs ]
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Moris first appeared in US Social Security records in 1984.
Over 152 babies have been named Moris in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Moris is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #38,236 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #38,236
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Moris
Moris is a boy name .
Moris is currently ranked #38,236 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Moris include Mor, Moy, Moie, and Morkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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