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Origin: Italian

Meaning: North African; Moorish; Dark-skinned

Woven with Italian charm, Maurizia is a girl’s name which can be traced back to Latin roots. Maurizia, the feminine version of Maurizio, comes from the Roman name Mauritius, which derives from Maurus. First used by the Romans to describe those living in Mauretania, now parts of present-day Algeria and Morocco, Maurus means “North African,” “Moorish,” or “dark-skinned.” If you simply love the melodious and beautiful sounds of Italian monikers, Maurizia fits the bill. Equally, it can be a wonderful ode to generations past, no matter their heritage.