Spanish/Portuguese · Boy name
Mauricio
“dark-skinned, Moorish”
About the name Mauricio
Mauricio is derived from the Latin name ‘Mauritius’, which means ‘dark-skinned’ or ‘Moorish’. It is commonly used in Spanish and Portuguese-speaking countries. The name has historical significance, as it was borne by several saints and notable figures, including Saint Mauritius, a Christian martyr and leader of the Theban Legion.
- Meaning
- dark-skinned, Moorish
- Origin
- Spanish/Portuguese
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- mow-REE-see-oh(4 syl.)
Variants and spellings
No common variant spellings are widely recorded.
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Middle names for Mauricio
- Mauricio Alejandro
- Mauricio Javier
- Mauricio Luis
- Mauricio Antonio
- Mauricio Diego
Questions about Mauricio
- What does Mauricio mean?
- Mauricio is a Spanish name meaning "dark-skinned, Moorish".
- How do you pronounce Mauricio?
- Mauricio is pronounced mow-REE-see-oh, with emphasis on the second syllable.
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