Maresa Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationmah-REH-sah / məˈreɪsəLatin; Italian
Meaning
Latin: sea; Italian: derived from Maria
Historical & Cultural Background
Maresa is often considered a variant of the name Maria, which has deep roots in various cultures, particularly in Christian contexts. The name is associated with the Virgin Mary, making it significant in religious traditions. In Italian culture, Maresa may also reflect regional naming practices that emphasize melodic sounds.
Similar Names
Variants
- Maresa
- Mareesa
International Variants
- Mireille (French)
- Marisa (Spanish)
- Mireya (Spanish)
Famous people named Maresa
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Fictional characters named Maresa
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Maresa was first seen in the United States in 1957. Maresa has ranked as high as #1227 nationally, which occurred in 1995, and has been most popular in California. In the past 5 years the name Maresa has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Maresa (1995)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1957 | 5 |
| 1959 | 6 |
| 1961 | 10 |
| 1964 | 6 |
| 1965 | 7 |
| 1966 | 7 |
| 1967 | 10 |
| 1968 | 12 |
| 1969 | 6 |
| 1970 | 10 |
| 1971 | 9 |
| 1973 | 8 |
| 1974 | 7 |
| 1975 | 7 |
| 1977 | 16 |
| 1978 | 10 |
| 1979 | 17 |
| 1980 | 16 |
| 1981 | 12 |
| 1982 | 9 |
| 1983 | 16 |
| 1984 | 14 |
| 1985 | 15 |
| 1986 | 14 |
| 1987 | 20 |
| 1988 | 22 |
| 1989 | 11 |
| 1990 | 18 |
| 1991 | 18 |
| 1992 | 19 |
| 1993 | 17 |
| 1994 | 11 |
| 1995 | 23 |
| 1996 | 16 |
| 1997 | 15 |
| 1998 | 12 |
| 1999 | 21 |
| 2000 | 11 |
| 2001 | 11 |
| 2002 | 7 |
| 2003 | 12 |
| 2004 | 10 |
| 2005 | 7 |
| 2006 | 12 |
| 2008 | 8 |
| 2009 | 6 |
| 2010 | 8 |
| 2012 | 10 |
| 2013 | 7 |
| 2017 | 5 |