Marrissa Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationmuh-RIS-uh / məˈrɪsəLatin; English
Meaning
Latin: of the sea; English: a variant of Marissa
Historical & Cultural Background
Marrissa is a modern variation of the name Marissa, which itself is derived from the Latin word 'maris' meaning 'of the sea.' The name gained popularity in the English-speaking world during the late 20th century. It is often associated with a feminine and graceful quality, making it a popular choice for girls.
Trend Summary
Marrissa has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, particularly peaking in the 1990s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Marissa
- Marisa
International Variants
- Marisa (Spanish)
- Marisse (French)
Famous people named Marrissa
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Fictional characters named Marrissa
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Marrissa was first seen in the United States in 1965. Marrissa has ranked as high as #1160 nationally, which occurred in 1993, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Marrissa has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Marrissa (2009)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1965 | 5 |
| 1968 | 5 |
| 1969 | 5 |
| 1971 | 7 |
| 1972 | 5 |
| 1973 | 5 |
| 1975 | 7 |
| 1977 | 15 |
| 1978 | 12 |
| 1979 | 16 |
| 1980 | 17 |
| 1981 | 19 |
| 1982 | 21 |
| 1983 | 15 |
| 1984 | 14 |
| 1985 | 25 |
| 1986 | 36 |
| 1987 | 40 |
| 1988 | 46 |
| 1989 | 49 |
| 1990 | 54 |
| 1991 | 57 |
| 1992 | 75 |
| 1993 | 87 |
| 1994 | 77 |
| 1995 | 85 |
| 1996 | 67 |
| 1997 | 65 |
| 1998 | 56 |
| 1999 | 48 |
| 2000 | 39 |
| 2001 | 28 |
| 2002 | 44 |
| 2003 | 38 |
| 2004 | 38 |
| 2005 | 21 |
| 2006 | 41 |
| 2007 | 24 |
| 2008 | 19 |
| 2009 | 36 |
| 2010 | 22 |
| 2011 | 24 |
| 2012 | 11 |
| 2013 | 8 |
| 2014 | 5 |
| 2016 | 5 |