Maurisio

“dark skinned, Moorish”

Italy origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#13434US 2010

13Births / yr

↓Falling

310All-time births

📅 Since 197400

How to pronounce Maurisio

MAH·ER·iz·EYE·oh

/ˈmɑ.ˈɝ.ɪz.ˈaɪ.oʊ/ · stress on MAH · 5 syllables

“dark skinned, Moorish”

Italy origin · Boy name

What does Maurisio mean and where does it come from?

Maurisio is the Italian variant of the name Maurice, which has Latin roots (Mauritius). The name means 'dark-skinned' or pertains to the Moors, which historically referred to North Africans who had Arabic influence. The name Maurisio is common in Italy and has been popular since the Middle Ages. The

Cultural significance

Maurisio has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Italy-speaking communities, where it reflects values of dark skinned, moorish.

Peak popularity

Reached #3796 in 1998 — currently #13434 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Maurisio?

Maurisio works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Maurisio Grace

How popular is Maurisio right now?

Falling — down 111 spots — currently #13434 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1990–2010#13434 · Top 9.9%

1990

1995

2000

2005

2010

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2010	#6477	13	▼ down 111 · +8% births
2005	#6366	12	▼ down 1876 · -29% births
2000	#4490	17	▼ down 309 · +13% births
1995	#4181	15	▲ up 4570 · +200% births
1990	#8751	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Maurisio

Best Year1995Rank #4181

Peak Count17

Average Rank#6053

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range1990 - 20105 years

The story of Maurisio

Maurisio is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1974. With 310 total births recorded, Maurisio remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #8751 in 1990 to #6477 in 2010.

Names that peaked alongside Maurisio in 1998:

Michael Jacob Matthew Joshua Christopher

Maurisio by decade

Maurisio peaked in the 1990s. See all 1990s names →

Decade	Births
1970s	16
1980s	26
1990s	92
2000s ★	148
2010s	28

💎Maurisio has only 310 total recorded births since 1974 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Maurisio?

Common

MauMaurMaurieMauryIsio

What names sound and feel like Maurisio?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Maurisio also consider these

Maurizio

Italy · Dark skinned, Moorish

Maurilio

Italian · Latin

Mauricio

Spanish · Dark-skinned

Fabrisio

Italy · Italian

Maricio

Spanish · of Mars, warlike

Patrisio

Spain · Noble; Patrician

Common questions about the name Maurisio

What does the name Maurisio mean?

Maurisio means "dark skinned, Moorish" — a name rooted in Italy tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Maurisio?

Maurisio is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.

What is the cultural origin of Maurisio?

Maurisio originates from Italy tradition. Italy names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Maurisio?

Maurisio is a 5-syllable name pronounced M AA1 ER1 IH0 Z AY1 OW0. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Maurisio?

Maurisio pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Italy heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.