Maurus
Meaning of Maurus
Maurus is a male name with Latin origins. It is pronounced as MAWR-uhs (/ˈmɔːrəs/). This name has a variation, Maurice. Maurus carries historical significance with its Latin roots, which means "dark-skinned." The name has been used in various cultures and time periods. Although it has not been as commonly used in recent years, it still holds a place in history. In the United States, Maurus was given to five newborn boys in 1954, ranking at number 3,830.
Pronunciation
Latin
- Pronunced as MAWR-uhs (/ˈmɔːrəs/)
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Notable People Named Maurus
| Father Maurus Carnot was a revered Swiss monk known for his teaching, welfare work, and patriotic writings in poetry, novellas, and stage plays. |
| Maurus von Schenkl was a German Benedictine theologian and canonist. |
| Georg Maurus Gandershofer was a German librarian and historian. |
