Moriz

The boy's name Moriz is a German spelling variant of Moritz, a variant of the Roman surname Mauricius, which in turn originally derives from Maurus. Directly translated, the name means 'belonging to the Moors', 'the Moor', or 'the dark-skinned'.

What does the name Moriz mean?

The boy's name Moriz is a German spelling variant of Moritz, a variant of the Roman surname Mauricius, which in turn originally derives from Maurus. Directly translated, the name means 'belonging to the Moors', 'the Moor', or 'the dark-skinned' or 'the dark'. Its roots lie in the Latin term maurus for 'dark-skinned' or in the ancient Greek words amaurós (ἀμαυρός) for 'dark, black, the moor' or amáurosi (αμαύρωση) for 'burnt, tanned, bronzed'. The name became particularly widespread in the Middle Ages due to the veneration of Saint Maurus, who was a student and assistant of Saint Benedict in the 6th century. Additionally, Saint Mauritius contributed to the name's popularity in the 4th century; he is regarded as the leader of the Theban Legion in Switzerland. Other variants include Mauritius, Maurice, Mauriz, Mauro, Maur, Maurece, Mauri, Mauritz, Maurids, Maurits, Maurin, Maurilio, Maurizio, Mauricio, Maury, Maurycy, and Maurinus. Or in the spellings Morice, Moric, Morris, and Mourice.

Where does the name Moriz come from?

The etymology of Moriz is a masculine first name of Latin origin meaning 'belonging to the Moors'. Latin

How do you pronounce Moriz?

Sound & pronunciation of Moriz: The name Moriz is structured in two syllables and is compact. In German pronunciation, it is usually spoken as 'Mo-riz' [moˈʁɪts], creating a clear, slightly tense sound line with a pronounced ending. The 'riz' provides a distinctive, slightly sharp ending that gives the name contour. Thus, Moriz appears structured and present - concise, clear, and with a classic, German-speaking aura.

When is the name day of Moriz?

The name day of Moriz is January 15 and September 22.

Popularity

Moriz is a common first name in Germany. In 2023, it ranked 3,780th in the list of the most popular male baby names. Its best ranking was in 2010 at 1,532nd place. In the last ten years, Moriz has been given as a first name about 20 times, placing it at 5,210th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 4,643rd.

Nicknames & pet names

Mauri / Mo / Rizmo / Zizi

Similar first names

Famous people

• Daniel Moriz Lehr (German sculptor)
• Ernst Moriz Kronfeld (Austrian botanist)
• Karl Moriz Diesing (botanist)
• Moriz Carriere (writer from Germany)
• Moriz Henneberger (Swiss chess player)
• Moriz Hoernes (Austrian geologist)
• Moriz Kaposi (Hungarian physician)
• Moriz Kuhn (Austrian physicist)
• Moriz Melzer (painter from Germany)
• Moriz Ritter (historian from Germany)
• Moriz Rosenthal (Polish pianist)
• Moriz Schadek (Austrian poet)
• Moriz Schlachter (stonemason from Germany)
• Moriz Seeler (German writer)
• Moriz von Kuffner (Austrian mountaineer)
• Moriz von Rauch (German historian)