Maurice vs Neo

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Neo

Boy #972 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"new"

Origin: Greek neos

Cultural Roots

American European African Setswana

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#972
Total SSA Count
232
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Maurice Rank #932
Neo Rank #972

Maurice is more popular, ranked #932 vs #972 for Neo.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Maurice ___

  • Maurice James
  • Maurice Charles
  • Maurice William
  • Maurice Lee
  • Maurice Eugene
  • Maurice Raymond

Neo ___

  • Neo James
  • Neo Cole
  • Neo Reign
  • Neo River
  • Neo Atlas
  • Neo Blaze

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Maurice

Bernard Eugene Dorothy Clarence Gloria

If you choose Neo

Trinity Zara Kai Nova Orion

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Maurice or Neo more popular?

Maurice is more popular, ranked #932 compared to Neo at #972 in the United States.

What do Maurice and Neo mean?

Maurice means "dark-skinned, Moorish" (Latin origin). Neo means "new" (Greek neos origin).

Are Maurice and Neo boy or girl names?

Maurice is primarily a boy name. Neo is primarily a boy name.

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