Marisela
Marisela is a girl's name of Spanish origin.
Meaning
Of marine origin or 'star of the sea', combining elements of María and Stella/Ela.
Origin and history
Marisela is a Spanish compound name, derived from combining María with names like Ela, Gisela, or Stella (meaning star of the sea). It gained steady usage in the late 20th century in the United States and remains a familiar Latin American favorite. Today, it is a moderately rare option given to a smaller number of newborn girls each year.
Popularity in the United States
10,309 babies in the United States have been named Marisela since 1880. It ranks #1606 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1891.
States where it is most popular
- CA (47.2 %)
- TX (33.2 %)
- IL (5.6 %)
- AZ (5.2 %)
- FL (2.3 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 49 |
| 1950-1960 | 289 |
| 1960-1970 | 766 |
| 1970-1980 | 2,088 |
| 1980-1990 | 2,633 |
| 1990-2000 | 2,435 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,322 |
| 2010-2019 | 517 |
| 2020-2029 | 210 |
Famous people named Marisela
- Marisela Hernandez: Singer, Musician
- Marisela Morales: Lawyer, Public Official
Nicknames
Mari, Sela, Mariquita
Fun facts
- Marisela represents a traditional Spanish naming convention of blending María with another melodic suffix.
- Popularity of the name was boosted in Latin America and the U.S. by Mexican-American singer Marisela.