Maurice Mina

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Maurice Mina — Latin
146K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Maurice Mina 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 Mina: Denise Mina, Scottish crime writer Francisco Espoz y Mina, Spanish general, uncle of Francisco Javier Mina Harish Chandra Mina, an Indian MP Kang Mi-na (born 1999), South Korean singer known sometimes as “Mina” Kwon Mina (born 1993), South Korean singer, former member of South Korean girl group AOA Michael Mina, Egyptian-born American celebrity chef Shim Mina, South Korean singer performing as "Mina" Xavier Mina , Spanish soldier who fought in the Peninsular War and the Mexican War of Independence Yerry Mina, Colombian footballer, Zeina Mina, Lebanese athlete who represented Lebanon in the 198. 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: Mina

Spanish

Denise Mina, Scottish crime writer Francisco Espoz y Mina, Spanish general, uncle of Francisco Javier Mina Harish Chandra Mina, an Indian MP Kang Mi-na (born 1999), South Korean singer known sometimes as “Mina” Kwon Mina (born 1993), South Korean singer, former member of South Korean girl group AOA Michael Mina, Egyptian-born American celebrity chef Shim Mina, South Korean singer performing as "Mina" Xavier Mina , Spanish soldier who fought in the Peninsular War and the Mexican War of Independence Yerry Mina, Colombian footballer, Zeina Mina, Lebanese athlete who represented Lebanon in the 198.

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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 Mina

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 Mina:

8
Expression Number

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

1
Soul Urge Number

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

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 Mina?
The surname Mina originates from Spanish. Denise Mina, Scottish crime writer Francisco Espoz y Mina, Spanish general, uncle of Francisco Javier Mina Harish Chandra Mina, an Indian MP Kang Mi-na (born 1999), South Korean singer known sometimes as “Mina” Kwon Mina (born 1993), South Korean singer, former member of South Korean girl group AOA Michael Mina, Egyptian-born American celebrity chef Shim Mina, South Korean singer performing as "Mina" Xavier Mina , Spanish soldier who fought in the Peninsular War and the Mexican War of Independence Yerry Mina, Colombian footballer, Zeina Mina, Lebanese athlete who represented Lebanon in the 198.
What are the origins of the name Maurice Mina?
The name Maurice Mina combines two different traditions: the first name Maurice has Latin roots, while the surname Mina originates from Spanish.
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