Holding steady, #14,942 for girls today.
Popularity of Maurine since 1890
Babies named Maurine per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1890s | 192 |
| 1900s | 688 |
| 1910s | 2,347 |
| 1920s | 2,448 |
| 1930s | 1,296 |
| 1940s | 846 |
| 1950s | 554 |
| 1960s | 292 |
| 1970s | 133 |
| 1980s | 80 |
| 1990s | 39 |
| 2000s | 23 |
| 2010s | 5 |
| 2020s | 11 |
Meaning & origin
Maurine is a feminine name that emerged in the late 19th century, first recorded in U.S. data in 1890. Its peak year came in 1913, when it saw its highest usage. Despite a brief flourish early in the 1900s, the name has since become exceedingly rare, maintaining a stable trajectory in recent decades. As of 2025, Maurine ranks at 14,942, with only about 1 in every 321,453 newborns receiving the name. The name's quiet vintage charm appeals to parents seeking a rarely used alternative to Maureen or Maurice. Its etymology is debated, possibly deriving from the Latin Maurus, meaning 'Moorish' or 'dark-skinned', or serving as an Anglicized form of the Irish Muireann. Though not among the top names in any state, Maurine endures as a subtle, understated choice.
Maurine is likely a feminine elaboration of Maurice, derived from the Latin Mauritius meaning 'of the Moors' or 'dark-skinned', ultimately from Maurus. It may also be a variant of Maureen, the Irish form of Mary. The name saw modest use in the United States in the early 20th century, peaking in 1913.
Where Maurine is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state. Press play or drag the slider to watch it move across the decades. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Maurine” around the world
Where Maurine lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
5
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Mauri, Rina, Mo
Sibling names for Maurine
Names that share Maurine's style, for a brother or sister.
