A 1920s favorite, climbing again.
Popularity of Morrie since 1915
Babies named Morrie per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1962, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Morrie's real moment was 1925.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 31 |
| 1920s | 56 |
| 1930s | 34 |
| 1940s | 73 |
| 1950s | 70 |
| 1960s | 42 |
| 1970s | 19 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 5 |
Meaning & origin
Morrie is a vintage nickname-turned-first-name that saw its highest usage in the 1920s, peaking in 1925 before gradually fading. After decades of obscurity, the name has been rising in use since 2022, possibly reflecting a revival of short, friendly vintage names. While not currently in the top 1000, its recent upward trajectory suggests a modest comeback. As a diminutive of Morris or Maurice, it carries a classic yet approachable feel. Baby-names enthusiasts may recognize it from the beloved memoir 'Tuesdays with Morrie,' though no direct reference is made in the data. Morrie remains a rare choice, appealing to parents seeking a distinctive yet familiar-sounding name with a gentle, old-fashioned charm.
Morrie is a diminutive of Morris, which is an English form of Maurice. Maurice comes from the Latin name Mauritius, meaning 'Moorish' or 'dark'. Historically used as a nickname or pet form, Morrie gained modest use as an independent given name in the early 20th century. It saw peak popularity in the 1920s but declined sharply after the 1930s.
Nicknames & variants
Sibling names for Morrie
Names that share Morrie's style, for a brother or sister.
