Morell
m(o)-re-ll
US Popularity:4963
Origin:French
Meaning:Dark-skinned; Moor
Morell is a masculine name that closely resembles Morrell, Morel, and other similar titles. Arising from the Latin moniker Maurellus, Morell means "dark-skinned" or "Moor," with the latter definition depicting a specific time in history. The Moors were a North African people who established Al-Andalus, a kingdom located in what is now Spain and Portugal. Morell could also stem from more, a Middle English word that once described a "moor." An expanse of open, uncultivated land, moors are typically located on higher ground and covered in grass or heather. If you're looking for a traditional name that paints a picture of a countryside scene, Morell is an excellent option.
How Popular Is The Name Morell?
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
1935
#3529
in 1935
+ 112
from 1931
Sources
Ancestry, Morell Family History
Ancestry, Morrell Family History
Britannica, Moor, people, December 2024
Behind the Name, Morell, surname, January 2023
Ancestry, Moore Family History
Merriam-Webster Dictionary, moor (n.1)
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