Morrissey
Pronunciation: [ m-AWR-ihs-ee ]
Morrissey is a boy baby name. Ranked #32,718 in the US, popular nicknames include Mor, Moy, and Morie.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Morrissey first appeared in US Social Security records in 2008.
Over 22 babies have been named Morrissey in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Morrissey is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #32,718 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #32,718
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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Morrissey is also used as a girl name, ranked #43182.
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About the Name Morrissey
Morrissey is a boy name .
Is Morrissey a boy or girl name? Morrissey is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #32,718 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #43,182. Morrissey is more commonly used as a boy name.
Morrissey is currently ranked #32,718 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Morrissey include Mor, Moy, Morie, and Morrie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Morrissey include Morris, Morrison . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis