Maurice Donelson

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Maurice Donelson — Latin
146K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Maurice Donelson is a name that combines Latin origins. The first name Maurice is a masculine given name of Latin origin. Maurice is a traditionally masculine given name, also used as a surname. It originates as a French name derived from the Latin Mauritius or Mauricius and was subsequently used in other languages. Its popularity is due to Mauritius, a saint of the Theban Legion (died 287). Mauritius is otherwise attested as a given name of the Roman Empire period, in origin meaning "one from Mauretania", i.e. "the Moor". The surname Donelson: Andrew Jackson Donelson (1799–1871), American diplomat Daniel Smith Donelson (1802–1863), American soldier and politician Emily Donelson (1807–1836), American, niece of Rachel John Donelson (1718–1785), American frontiersman and politician John Lawrence Donelson (1829–1864), Confederate States Army officer Rachel Donelson (1767–1828), American wife of Andrew Jackson Maurice is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 146K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Maurice reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Maurice

Latin

Maurice is a traditionally masculine given name, also used as a surname. It originates as a French name derived from the Latin Mauritius or Mauricius and was subsequently used in other languages. Its popularity is due to Mauritius, a saint of the Theban Legion (died 287). Mauritius is otherwise attested as a given name of the Roman Empire period, in origin meaning "one from Mauretania", i.e. "the Moor".

Surname: Donelson

English

Andrew Jackson Donelson (1799–1871), American diplomat Daniel Smith Donelson (1802–1863), American soldier and politician Emily Donelson (1807–1836), American, niece of Rachel John Donelson (1718–1785), American frontiersman and politician John Lawrence Donelson (1829–1864), Confederate States Army officer Rachel Donelson (1767–1828), American wife of Andrew Jackson

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Maurice is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Maurice by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Maurice Donelson

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Maurice Donelson:

6
Expression Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

8
Soul Urge Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

7
Personality Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Maurice?
The first name Maurice originates from Latin. Maurice is a traditionally masculine given name, also used as a surname. It originates as a French name derived from the Latin Mauritius or Mauricius and was subsequently used in other languages. Its popularity is due to Mauritius, a saint of the Theban Legion (died 287). Mauritius is otherwise attested as a given name of the Roman Empire period, in origin meaning "one from Mauretania", i.e. "the Moor".
When was Maurice most popular?
The name Maurice reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Donelson?
The surname Donelson originates from English. Andrew Jackson Donelson (1799–1871), American diplomat Daniel Smith Donelson (1802–1863), American soldier and politician Emily Donelson (1807–1836), American, niece of Rachel John Donelson (1718–1785), American frontiersman and politician John Lawrence Donelson (1829–1864), Confederate States Army officer Rachel Donelson (1767–1828), American wife of Andrew Jackson
What are the origins of the name Maurice Donelson?
The name Maurice Donelson combines two different traditions: the first name Maurice has Latin roots, while the surname Donelson originates from English.
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