Morris
boy name#1753 in 2025Morris entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #82 in 1912, ranks #1753 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1880–2025
#1753
rank today
#82
peak (1912)
92
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #152 |
| 1890s | #132 |
| 1900s | #111 |
| 1910s | #92 |
| 1920s | #125 |
| 1930s | #162 |
| 1940s | #191 |
| 1950s | #246 |
| 1960s | #338 |
| 1970s | #493 |
| 1980s | #638 |
| 1990s | #1023 |
| 2000s | #1449 |
| 2010s | #1596 |
| 2020s | #1745 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Morris has been most popular in NY, CA, TX.
Living bearers
About 24,500 people named Morris are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Morris alive today was born around 1933, making them about 92 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Morris in 2025?
- Morris ranks #1753 among US boy names in 2025, with 92 babies given the name.
- When was the name Morris most popular?
- Morris peaked in 1912, reaching #82 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Morris with classmates?
- Morris will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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