Marissa
English · Girl · 3 syllables
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About the name Marissa
Marissa is a modern feminine name derived from the Latin name Marissa or Maria, ultimately tracing back to the Latin root "maris" (of the sea) or from the name of the Roman goddess Maria, with the suffix "-issa" added for feminization.
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Etymology
Marissa is a modern feminine name derived from the Latin name Marissa or Maria, ultimately tracing back to the Latin root "maris" (of the sea) or from the name of the Roman goddess Maria, with the suffix "-issa" added for feminization. The name is primarily used in English-speaking countries and Western cultures, gaining popularity in the United States during the 20th century, with no significant historical religious affiliation, though it shares etymological roots with the Christian name Mary.
Marissa currently ranks #1,679 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1994.
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