Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Marrisa originated from Latin, meaning 'of the sea'. It evolved from older forms like Maria and Marisa, reflecting a journey through language adaptation. The name is viewed as modern and elegant, with no significant biblical ties, and it has gained popularity since the late 20th century.
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/məˈrɪsə/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
Marrisa is derived from the Latin name 'Maris', which means 'of the sea'. It is often considered a variant of the name 'Marisa', which combines Maria and the Latin suffix '-isa'.
Meaning
of the sea
Language Evolution
Maria, Marisa, Marrisa
Historical Usage
The name Marrisa gained popularity in the late 20th century as a modern variation of more traditional names like Maria and Marisa.
Variants & Derivatives
Marisa, Marissa, Marrissa
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Marrisa is perceived as a modern and elegant name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Marissa Mayer - former CEO of Yahoo, Marissa Jaret Winokur - Tony Award-winning actress
📊 Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 76 peak births in 1994
Geographic Spread
Popular across 4 US states, with strongest presence in California
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 5 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 11867th of 12526 | 6 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 7577th of 19264 | 84 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2993rd of 27321 | 566 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 5161st of 35406 | 397 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 27734th of 30306 | 7 |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
100.00% 4475th/4475 |
63.21% 3283rd/5194 |
36.92% 2332nd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
81.95% 5993rd/7313 |
100.00% 7463rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity
This map shows relative popularity across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends in the United States
This name shows strongest popularity in California across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, usage has been stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, popularity patterns vary significantly: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 11867th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 7577th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2993rd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 5161st out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 27734th out of 30306 names. Explore how this name has evolved through American history with comprehensive regional and generational analysis.