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Maurizio
Moor, dark-skinned
Origin
Latin
Used in
it
Origin and meaning of Maurizio
Maurizio comes from the Latin Mauritius, from Maurus, 'Moor, native of Mauretania', originally denoting dark complexion or African origin. The name spread thanks to Saint Maurice, commander of the legendary Theban Legion and a martyr venerated across the Alps. Widely used in Italy and, as Maurice and Moritz, in France and German-speaking regions, it keeps an elegant, refined tone with a sound both soft and self-assured.
Variants around the world
How Maurizio sounds in other languages.
MauriceMauricioMoritzMaurits
Famous people
- San Maurizio— saint
- Maurizio Pollini— musician
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