Morse Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationMORSE / mɔːrsEnglish; French
Meaning
English: 'son of Maurice'; French: 'dark-skinned'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Morse has English origins, often derived from the surname which itself comes from the given name Maurice. Maurice has Latin roots, meaning 'dark-skinned' or 'Moorish'. The name has been used in various forms throughout history, often associated with notable figures. In the United States, the name gained some recognition in the 19th century, particularly due to the influence of Samuel Morse, the inventor of the telegraph.
Trend Summary
The name Morse has seen limited popularity in the United States, remaining relatively uncommon.
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Famous people named Morse
Morse Code is named after Samuel Morse, who played a crucial role in its development.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Morse was first seen in the United States in 1913. Morse has ranked as high as #879 nationally, which occurred in 1926, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Morse has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1913 | 8 |
| 1914 | 14 |
| 1915 | 16 |
| 1916 | 12 |
| 1917 | 7 |
| 1918 | 12 |
| 1919 | 15 |
| 1920 | 16 |
| 1921 | 12 |
| 1922 | 11 |
| 1923 | 9 |
| 1924 | 10 |
| 1925 | 18 |
| 1926 | 19 |
| 1927 | 5 |
| 1928 | 11 |
| 1929 | 12 |
| 1930 | 10 |
| 1931 | 7 |
| 1932 | 6 |
| 1934 | 7 |
| 1936 | 10 |
| 1937 | 7 |
| 1938 | 5 |
| 1939 | 5 |
| 1940 | 5 |
| 1941 | 5 |
| 1942 | 7 |
| 1943 | 8 |
| 1948 | 6 |
| 1949 | 6 |
| 1950 | 5 |
| 1951 | 8 |
| 1953 | 8 |
| 1954 | 10 |
| 1955 | 7 |
| 1956 | 11 |
| 1957 | 6 |
| 1960 | 7 |
| 1966 | 5 |
| 1971 | 6 |