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Morris

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Type Surname (from given name)
Usage English, Irish, Scottish, Welsh
Pronounced Pron. /ˈmɔɹ.ɪs/(American English)
/ˈmɒɹ.ɪs/(British English)
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Derived from the given name Maurice.

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RootMorris (given name)
VariantsMorce, Morison, Morrish, Morrison, Morriss, Morse(English)
Other Languages & CulturesMaurice(French)

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Entry updated December 1, 2024

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