Find out how popular the last name Morphis is in the United States and learn more about the meaning, history, and race and ethnic origin of people in America who are named Morphis.

Morphis, like all of the last names we have data for, is identified by the U.S. Census Bureau as a surname which has more than 100 occurrences in the United States in the Decennial Census survey. The most recent statistics we have for the Morphis surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Morphis in America

Morphis is the 19306th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Morphis surname appeared 1,402 times in the 2010 census and if you were to sample 100,000 people in the United States, approximately 0 people would have the surname Morphis.

We can also compare 2010 data for Morphis to data from the previous census in 2000. The table below contains all of the statistics for both years in a side-by-side comparison.

The history of the last name Morphis

The surname MORPHIS has its origins in the Mediterranean region, likely stemming from the Greek word "morphe," meaning "form" or "shape." Its earliest recorded instances can be traced back to the Byzantine Empire, where it was used to denote individuals who were skilled artisans or craftsmen, perhaps specializing in shaping materials such as wood, stone, or metal.

One of the earliest known bearers of this name was Nikolaos Morphis, a renowned sculptor who lived in the city of Constantinople during the 11th century. His works adorned several churches and public buildings, and his skills were highly sought after by the imperial court.

As the centuries passed, the name spread across the Mediterranean region, carried by merchants, travelers, and settlers. In the 14th century, we find records of a family named Morphis residing in the Italian city of Genoa, where they were involved in the prosperous maritime trade.

During the Renaissance period, the name gained prominence in the artistic circles of Italy. Giulio Morphis, a painter born in Florence in 1492, was celebrated for his exquisite portraits and frescoes. His works can still be admired in various churches and galleries across Tuscany.

The name also found its way to the Iberian Peninsula, where it evolved into the Spanish variant "Morfis." One notable figure was Don Pedro Morfis, a military commander who fought alongside King Ferdinand II of Aragon during the Reconquista in the late 15th century.

In the 18th century, a branch of the Morphis family settled in the Greek island of Crete, where they established themselves as respected landowners and merchants. Dimitrios Morphis, born in 1756, was a prominent figure in the Greek War of Independence against the Ottoman Empire, leading several successful military campaigns.

As the centuries unfolded, the Morphis surname continued to be carried by individuals from diverse backgrounds and professions, including artists, scholars, and entrepreneurs. Despite its varied geographical distribution, the name has maintained a connection to its origins, reflecting a legacy of creativity, craftsmanship, and a dedication to shaping the world around them.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Morphis

We also have some data on the ancestry of people with the surname Morphis.

The below race categories are the modified race categories used in the Census Bureau's population estimates program. All people were categorized into six mutually exclusive racial and Hispanic origin groups:

1. White only
2. Black only
3. American Indian and Alaskan Native only
4. Asian and Pacific Islander only
5. Hispanic
6. Two or More Races

For the most recent 2010 census data, the race/ethnic origin breakdown for Morphis was:

Note: Any fields showing (S) means the data was suppressed for privacy so that the data does not in any way identify any specific individuals.

Since we have data from the previous census in 2000, we can also compare the values to see how the popularity of Morphis has changed in the 10 years between the two census surveys.

Data source

The last name data and ethnic breakdown of last names is sourced directly from the Decennial Census survey, conducted every 10 years by the United States Census Bureau.

The history and meaning of the name Morphis was researched and written by our team of onomatology and genealogy experts.

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