Is Marisol a boy, girl, or unisex name?

Marisol is commonly used as a Girl name.

How popular is Marisol?

It’s currently ranked #588 in the U.S. Recent trend: Rising.

How do you pronounce Marisol?

MAR-ee-sol · IPA: /ˈmɛɹɪˌsɔl/

Marisol Girl

Popularity: #588 · Trend: ↗ Rising

Origin(s)

PronunciationMAR-ee-sol / ˈmɛɹɪˌsɔl

Spanish; Latin

Meaning

Spanish: 'sea and sun'; Latin: 'Mary of the sun'

Historical & Cultural Background

Marisol is a name that combines elements of both the sea and the sun, reflecting a connection to nature. It is commonly used in Spanish-speaking countries and has gained popularity in various cultures. The name is often associated with warmth and brightness, making it a favored choice for girls.

Trend Summary

Marisol has seen a steady presence in baby name rankings in the United States, particularly among Hispanic families.

Variants

Mari
Sol

International Variants

Marisol (Spanish)
Marisol (Portuguese)

Famous people named Marisol

Marisol Escobar was a Venezuelan sculptor and painter known for her unique artistic style.

Marisol Nichols is an American actress recognized for her roles in television and film.

Marisol Patton is a television personality and entrepreneur known for her appearances on reality TV.

Marisol Torres is a noted Mexican singer and songwriter celebrated for her contributions to music.

Fictional characters named Marisol

Marisol is a character in the animated series 'Elena of Avalor', serving as a friend and ally to the main character.

Sibling Suggestions

Isabella Sofia Gabriela Lucia Valentina Camila

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Marisol was first seen in the United States in 1953. Marisol has ranked as high as #460 nationally, which occurred in 1996, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Illinois, and New Jersey. In the past 5 years the name Marisol has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Marisol (2024)

Year:

State	Births	Share
CA	80	26%
TX	65	21%
AZ	20	6%
IL	18	6%
NC	16	5%
GA	14	5%
FL	13	4%
NY	11	4%
NV	10	3%
CO	9	3%
KS	9	3%
NJ	8	3%
OR	7	2%
MN	7	2%
WI	7	2%

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

Year	Births
1953	7
1954	6
1955	7
1956	11
1957	13
1958	11
1959	18
1960	17
1961	92
1962	136
1963	172
1964	189
1965	237
1966	231
1967	279
1968	286
1969	399
1970	897
1971	806
1972	639
1973	559
1974	539
1975	574
1976	587
1977	609
1978	528
1979	553
1980	657
1981	591
1982	561
1983	520
1984	528
1985	612
1986	517
1987	508
1988	482
1989	599
1990	651
1991	705
1992	672
1993	679
1994	707
1995	704
1996	1,190
1997	814
1998	723
1999	721
2000	727
2001	712
2002	740
2003	784
2004	775
2005	929
2006	1,021
2007	795
2008	714
2009	656
2010	552
2011	505
2012	396
2013	346
2014	344
2015	334
2016	292
2017	250
2018	286
2019	258
2020	261
2021	309
2022	342
2023	359
2024	380