The first name Morrison is of Scottish origin, derived from the surname Morris which is an occupational name for someone who worked as a servant, derived from the Middle English word 'morice' meaning 'Moorish'. The name gained popularity in the 19th century due to the works of famous author and poet James Morrison. It has been used consistently throughout history but experienced a peak in popularity during the late 20th century.
The name Morrison has seen a significant rise in popularity over time, with the number of annual births peaking at 12 in both 2018 and 2020 before slightly decreasing to 10 and 9 in 2021 and 2022 respectively.