A 1970s favorite, climbing again.
Popularity of Mauri since 1947
Babies named Mauri per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1940s | 7 | 16 |
| 1950s | 107 | 25 |
| 1960s | 142 | 0 |
| 1970s | 132 | 5 |
| 1980s | 136 | 0 |
| 1990s | 114 | 12 |
| 2000s | 95 | 40 |
| 2010s | 58 | 41 |
| 2020s | 47 | 20 |
Meaning & origin
Mauri is an uncommon name in the United States, with its peak popularity in 1973. Since 2016, its usage has been rising, though it remains rare with an estimated 1 in 321,453 births in 2025. The name first appeared in U.S. records in 1948. Its ambiguity in origin makes it a distinctive choice for parents seeking a name with Nordic or Italian roots. Mauri is neither tied to a specific gender nor a dominant U.S. state, adding to its versatile appeal.
Mauri is primarily a Finnish form of Maurice, derived from Latin Mauritius, meaning 'Moorish' or 'dark'. In Italian, Mauri is a surname derived from the given name Mauro. The name has been used in Finland since the early 20th century, with sporadic use in other countries as a given name or surname.
Nicknames & variants
Sibling names for Mauri
Names that share Mauri's style, for a brother or sister.
