Marissa
Marissa is a girl's name of Latin origin.
Meaning
Of the sea, or a blend of Maria and Lisa.
Origin and history
Marissa is a feminine name generally considered a combination of Maria and Lisa, or derived from the Latin phrase 'maris', meaning 'of the sea'. It experienced peak popularity in the United States during the late 20th century. Today it remains a recognizable and classic choice.
Popularity in the United States
120,842 babies in the United States have been named Marissa since 1880. It ranks #325 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1203.
States where it is most popular
- CA (16.8 %)
- TX (10.5 %)
- NY (7.4 %)
- PA (5.1 %)
- OH (4.4 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 5 |
| 1940-1950 | 21 |
| 1950-1960 | 408 |
| 1960-1970 | 1,475 |
| 1970-1980 | 6,122 |
| 1980-1990 | 21,101 |
| 1990-2000 | 51,214 |
| 2000-2010 | 32,068 |
| 2010-2019 | 7,423 |
| 2020-2029 | 1,005 |
Famous people named Marissa
- Marissa Mayer: Business Executive, Software Engineer
- Marissa Jaret Winokur: Actress, Singer
- Marissa Ribisi: Actress, Screenwriter
Nicknames
Mari, Rissa, Riss
Fun facts
- The name saw a notable surge in U.S. popularity during the late 1990s and early 2000s, boosted by prominent television characters like Marissa Cooper on The O.C.
- It is frequently associated with the Latin word 'maris', which forms part of the title 'Stella Maris' (Star of the Sea).