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About the name
- Origin
- Irish
- English version
- Maurice, Morris
- Stronghold region
- Munster
Overview
The Irish form of Maurice, naturalised in Ireland from the Norman period and especially common in Munster.
The story behind Muiris
The Norman name Maurice was thoroughly Gaelicised after the 13th century, especially in Munster Geraldine families.
Mythology & legend
Non-mythological; Gaelic Maurice.
Did you know?
The Gaelic form of Maurice; particular favourite of Norman-Irish families like the Fitzgeralds.
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