Moraes

“Moraes is primarily a surname of Portuguese origin; however, it can also be used as a given name”

Portugal origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#1630US 2023

570Births / yr

→Stable

5All-time births

📅 Since 200500

How to pronounce Moraes

MAW·ruh·ES

/ˈmɔ.rə.ˈɛs/ · stress on MAW · 3 syllables

“Moraes is primarily a surname of Portuguese origin; however, it can also be used as a given name”

Portugal origin · Boy name

What does Moraes mean and where does it come from?

Moraes is primarily a surname of Portuguese origin; however, it can also be used as a given name. The name is linked to various locations in Portugal and is quite common in Brazil. Its first recorded use as a surname dates back to the medieval period. As a given name, Moraes is less common but refle

Cultural significance

Moraes has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Portugal-speaking communities, where it reflects values of portuguese.

Peak popularity

Reached #13249 in 2005 — currently #1630 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Moraes?

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

Moraes Grace

How popular is Moraes right now?

Holding steady — currently #1630 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2005–2023#1630 · Top 1.2%

2005

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1630	570	▲ up 5 · +4% births
2022	#1635	550	▲ up 5 · +6% births
2021	#1640	520	▲ up 11609 · +10300% births
2005	#13249	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Moraes

Best Year2023Rank #1630

Peak Count570

Average Rank#4539

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range2005 - 20234 years

The story of Moraes

Moraes is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2005. With 5 total births recorded, Moraes remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #13249 in 2005 to #1630 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Moraes in 2005:

Jacob Michael Joshua Matthew Ethan

💎Moraes has only 5 total recorded births since 2005 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Moraes?

Common

MorMorieMoryOraes

What names sound and feel like Moraes?

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

Moriel

Hebrew · God is my

Mortez

Persian · مرتضی: 'chosen one',

Morley

England · From the marshy

Moises

Spain · Drawn out of

Moices

Hispanic countries · Derived from Moses,

Mosses

Hebrew · to draw out,

Moyses

Greece · Hebrew

Moses

Israel · מאשה (Moshe)

Common questions about the name Moraes

What does the name Moraes mean?

Moraes means "Portuguese" — a name rooted in Portugal 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 Moraes?

Moraes 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 Moraes?

Moraes originates from Portugal tradition. Portugal 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 Moraes?

Moraes is a three-syllable name pronounced M AO1 R AH0 EH1 S. 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 Moraes?

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