Morelos is a surname of Spanish origin. It is the name of one of the States of Mexico and its Capital is Cuernavaca. Last name of priest, military and national hero of Mexican independence, his full name is José María Teclo Morelos y Pavón, known as "The servant of the nation". Name of numerous towns and Mexican municipalities (available in almost all States). Name of several Mexican communications satellites. Surname of a young Colombian footballer who currently plays for Rangers of Scotland, his full name is Alfredo José Morelos Aviléz, aged 21.