Marlisa Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationMAR-lee-sah / ˈmɑːr.lɪ.səEnglish; Spanish
Meaning
English: Combination of 'Marl' and 'Lisa'; Spanish: Diminutive of 'María'
Historical & Cultural Background
Marlisa is a modern name that combines elements from both English and Spanish origins. It is often considered a feminine variant of names like Marlene or Melissa. The name has gained popularity in various cultures, particularly in the late 20th century. It reflects a trend of creating unique names by blending traditional ones.
Trend Summary
Marlisa has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, particularly in the 1980s and 1990s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Marleesa
- Marlise
International Variants
- Marlisa (Spanish)
- Marlise (Dutch)
Famous people named Marlisa
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Marlisa was first seen in the United States in 1957. Marlisa has ranked as high as #1168 nationally, which occurred in 1989, and has been most popular in California, and Ohio. In the past 5 years the name Marlisa has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Marlisa (1991)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1957 | 6 |
| 1959 | 12 |
| 1960 | 14 |
| 1961 | 12 |
| 1962 | 17 |
| 1963 | 17 |
| 1964 | 24 |
| 1965 | 22 |
| 1966 | 22 |
| 1967 | 21 |
| 1968 | 23 |
| 1969 | 25 |
| 1970 | 23 |
| 1971 | 20 |
| 1972 | 20 |
| 1973 | 18 |
| 1974 | 17 |
| 1975 | 10 |
| 1976 | 11 |
| 1977 | 18 |
| 1978 | 15 |
| 1979 | 17 |
| 1980 | 12 |
| 1981 | 13 |
| 1982 | 14 |
| 1983 | 13 |
| 1984 | 12 |
| 1985 | 9 |
| 1986 | 21 |
| 1987 | 18 |
| 1988 | 20 |
| 1989 | 28 |
| 1990 | 25 |
| 1991 | 26 |
| 1992 | 17 |
| 1993 | 23 |
| 1994 | 20 |
| 1995 | 18 |
| 1996 | 13 |
| 1997 | 16 |
| 1998 | 9 |
| 1999 | 14 |
| 2000 | 5 |
| 2001 | 9 |
| 2002 | 5 |
| 2003 | 6 |
| 2004 | 7 |
| 2005 | 6 |
| 2007 | 8 |
| 2009 | 6 |
| 2011 | 6 |
| 2012 | 6 |
| 2021 | 7 |