Maurice Mathers

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Maurice Mathers — Latin
146K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Maurice Mathers 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 Mathers: Edward Peter Mathers (1850–1924), British journalist and newspaper proprietor Edward Powys Mathers (1892–1939), British translator and poet George Mathers, 1st Baron Mathers (1886–1965), Scottish politician "Helen Mathers", pen-name of English author Ellen Buckingham Mathews (1853–1920) Frank Mathers (1924–2005), Canadian hockey player and member of the Hockey Hall of Fame Jerry Mathers (born 1948), American actor Marshall Bruce Mathers III (born 1972), birth name of Eminem, American rapper, songwriter, producer, artist and actor Moina Mathers (1865–1928), artist and occultist, wife of Samuel . 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: Mathers

Scottish

Edward Peter Mathers (1850–1924), British journalist and newspaper proprietor Edward Powys Mathers (1892–1939), British translator and poet George Mathers, 1st Baron Mathers (1886–1965), Scottish politician "Helen Mathers", pen-name of English author Ellen Buckingham Mathews (1853–1920) Frank Mathers (1924–2005), Canadian hockey player and member of the Hockey Hall of Fame Jerry Mathers (born 1948), American actor Marshall Bruce Mathers III (born 1972), birth name of Eminem, American rapper, songwriter, producer, artist and actor Moina Mathers (1865–1928), artist and occultist, wife of Samuel .

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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 Mathers

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 Mathers:

1
Expression Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

6
Soul Urge Number

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

4
Personality Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

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 Mathers?
The surname Mathers originates from Scottish. Edward Peter Mathers (1850–1924), British journalist and newspaper proprietor Edward Powys Mathers (1892–1939), British translator and poet George Mathers, 1st Baron Mathers (1886–1965), Scottish politician "Helen Mathers", pen-name of English author Ellen Buckingham Mathews (1853–1920) Frank Mathers (1924–2005), Canadian hockey player and member of the Hockey Hall of Fame Jerry Mathers (born 1948), American actor Marshall Bruce Mathers III (born 1972), birth name of Eminem, American rapper, songwriter, producer, artist and actor Moina Mathers (1865–1928), artist and occultist, wife of Samuel .
What are the origins of the name Maurice Mathers?
The name Maurice Mathers combines two different traditions: the first name Maurice has Latin roots, while the surname Mathers originates from Scottish.
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