Marissa Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationmuh-RIS-uh / məˈrɪsəLatin; Hebrew
Meaning
Latin: of the sea; Hebrew: bitter
Historical & Cultural Background
Marissa is derived from the Latin word 'maris,' meaning 'of the sea.' It gained popularity in the United States during the 20th century. The name has also been associated with the Hebrew name 'Mara,' which means 'bitter.' Marissa has been used in various cultures, often reflecting a connection to nature or water.
Trend Summary
Marissa experienced peak popularity in the 1980s and 1990s in the United States.
Similar Names
Variants
- Marisa
- Maris
International Variants
- Marisa (Italian)
- Marisse (French)
Famous people named Marissa
Marissa Mayer is an American technology executive known for her role as the CEO of Yahoo.
Marissa Jaret Winokur is an American actress and television host, recognized for her work in Broadway and television.
Marissa Tomei is an American actress who won an Academy Award for her role in 'My Cousin Vinny.'.
Marissa Miller is an American model known for her work with Victoria's Secret.
Fictional characters named Marissa
Marissa Cooper is a character from the television series 'The O.C.' known for her complex relationships.
Marissa is a character in the video game 'The Last of Us Part II,' serving as a supporting character.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Marissa was first seen in the United States in 1936. Marissa has ranked as high as #112 nationally, which occurred in 1994, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Pennsylvania, and Ohio. In the past 5 years the name Marissa has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Marissa (2024)
State | Births | Share |
---|---|---|
TX | 25 | |
CA | 19 | |
FL | 11 | |
AZ | 9 | |
NY | 7 | |
MN | 6 | |
OH | 6 | |
IL | 5 | |
NJ | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
---|---|
1936 | 5 |
1946 | 7 |
1947 | 7 |
1949 | 7 |
1950 | 7 |
1951 | 7 |
1952 | 15 |
1953 | 19 |
1954 | 20 |
1955 | 39 |
1956 | 69 |
1957 | 76 |
1958 | 91 |
1959 | 65 |
1960 | 92 |
1961 | 104 |
1962 | 105 |
1963 | 117 |
1964 | 99 |
1965 | 114 |
1966 | 140 |
1967 | 210 |
1968 | 238 |
1969 | 256 |
1970 | 263 |
1971 | 274 |
1972 | 273 |
1973 | 351 |
1974 | 365 |
1975 | 381 |
1976 | 615 |
1977 | 1,068 |
1978 | 1,147 |
1979 | 1,385 |
1980 | 1,403 |
1981 | 1,453 |
1982 | 1,519 |
1983 | 1,620 |
1984 | 1,627 |
1985 | 1,890 |
1986 | 2,442 |
1987 | 2,544 |
1988 | 2,810 |
1989 | 3,794 |
1990 | 3,806 |
1991 | 4,421 |
1992 | 4,873 |
1993 | 5,626 |
1994 | 6,245 |
1995 | 6,082 |
1996 | 5,753 |
1997 | 5,298 |
1998 | 4,722 |
1999 | 4,389 |
2000 | 4,025 |
2001 | 3,853 |
2002 | 3,317 |
2003 | 3,517 |
2004 | 4,009 |
2005 | 3,592 |
2006 | 3,163 |
2007 | 2,622 |
2008 | 2,174 |
2009 | 1,796 |
2010 | 1,532 |
2011 | 1,244 |
2012 | 1,006 |
2013 | 819 |
2014 | 681 |
2015 | 581 |
2016 | 507 |
2017 | 433 |
2018 | 306 |
2019 | 307 |
2020 | 227 |
2021 | 189 |
2022 | 180 |
2023 | 138 |
2024 | 145 |