Maurus
Pronunciation: [ m-AWR-uhs ]
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Maurus first appeared in US Social Security records in 1954.
Over 5 babies have been named Maurus in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Maurus is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #29,781 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #29,781
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Maurus
Maurus is a boy name .
Maurus is currently ranked #29,781 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Maurus include Mau, Maur, Maury, Maurie, May, Maie, and Maukins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Maurus include Mauricio, Maurice, Mauro . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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