Morine

Morine is a feminine name with multiple potential origins. It may derive from the Latin 'marinus' meaning 'of the sea,' connecting it to names like Marina and Marinus. Alternatively, it could be a variant of Maureen, the Irish diminutive of Mary, ultimately from the Hebrew name Miriam. In some contexts, it appears as a surname that later transitioned to use as a given name. Morine has a gentle, flowing quality with its soft consonants and long 'i' sound. Though never among the most popular names, it saw modest usage in the early to mid-20th century, particularly in the United States and parts of Europe. The name offers a vintage charm while remaining uncommon enough to be distinctive in contemporary contexts.

Pronounced mor-EEN.

As of October 2026, Morine ranked #6176 in US births in 1960 SSA, peaked at #1849 in 1921.