Muiris

Muiris is the Irish form of the given name Maurice, used primarily in Ireland and among Irish-speaking communities. It is a masculine name with a long history in Gaelic-language texts, church records, and everyday usage.

Etymology and origins: The name derives from the Latin Mauricius, which itself comes from Maurus, meaning “dark-skinned” or “ Moor.” The Gaelic form Muiris developed in medieval Ireland to render Maurice in Irish spelling and pronunciation.

Usage and variants: In contemporary use, Muiris remains a traditional choice within Irish-language contexts and among families that prefer Gaelic spellings. In English-language contexts, the name is commonly anglicized as Maurice or Morris. The form Muiris may appear in bilingual or Irish-language documents, inscriptions, and modern Gaelic literature.

See also: Saint Maurice, an early Christian martyr after whom the given name Maurice is partly named, and the broader name Maurice.