Declining since 2018, #2,676 for boys today.
Popularity of Morrison since 1911
Babies named Morrison per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1910s | 0 | 128 |
| 1920s | 0 | 178 |
| 1930s | 0 | 100 |
| 1940s | 0 | 111 |
| 1950s | 0 | 82 |
| 1960s | 0 | 59 |
| 1970s | 0 | 32 |
| 1980s | 0 | 29 |
| 1990s | 0 | 60 |
| 2000s | 18 | 188 |
| 2010s | 64 | 592 |
| 2020s | 52 | 308 |
Meaning & origin
Morrison entered the U.S. naming records in 1911 and has seen modest use as a given name, largely drawn from the surname tradition. Its peak popularity came in 2018, when it ranked highest, but it has been falling in usage since then. The name is most common in Colorado and California, reflecting a modern, surname-as-first-name trend. While never among the top names, Morrison carries a solid, professional feel, similar to other patronymic choices like Carson or Hudson. Its trajectory suggests it may continue to decline, but it remains a recognizable and distinctive option for parents seeking a name with heritage and a strong sound.
Morrison is an English and Scottish patronymic surname meaning "son of Morris." Morris itself derives from Maurice, from Latin Mauritius, meaning "dark-skinned" or "Moorish." As a given name, Morrison follows the tradition of using surnames as first names, which became common in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
Where Morrison is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Morrie, Sonny
Sibling names for Morrison
Names that share Morrison's style, for a brother or sister.
