Marisa Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Marisa has its origins in Latin, deriving from Maria and Luisa, and is commonly associated with meanings such as 'of the sea' and 'warrior'. It has evolved through several historical forms and gained significant popularity in the 20th century. The name is perceived as modern and elegant, with notable figures like Marisa Tomei and Marisa Miller contributing to its recognition.
The name Marisa is most popular in New Mexico, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. 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, Marisa has been stalled for female in MidWest, 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 MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Marisa' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 6839th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 9536th out of 16616 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 6192nd out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 805th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 350th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 217th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 395th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2259th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Marisa' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Marisa"
Pronunciation
/məˈriːsə/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Marisa is derived from the combination of the Latin names Maria and Luisa, often interpreted as a blend of the meanings of these names, which relate to 'bitter' and 'warrior'.
Meaning
of the sea, bitter, or warrior
Language Evolution
Maria, Luisa, Marisa
Historical Usage
Marisa gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in Italian and Spanish-speaking countries, and has since spread to various cultures.
Variants & Derivatives
Marissa, Maris, Marie
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Marisa is viewed as a modern and elegant name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Marisa Tomei, an American actress known for her roles in various films., Marisa Miller, an American model and actress.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Marisa"
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 of "Marisa"
"Marisa" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 6839th of 10718 | 29 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 9536th of 16616 | 37 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 6192nd of 9204 | 28 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 805th of 12526 | 2,901 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 350th of 19264 | 11,286 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 217th of 27321 | 20,788 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 395th of 35406 | 12,695 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 2259th of 30306 | 985 |
Regional Popularity of "Marisa" by Generation for 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 of "Marisa" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
36.69% 817th/2227 |
21.60% 525th/2430 |
35.72% 1019th/2853 |
24.11% 669th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
14.20% 417th/2937 |
7.38% 257th/3483 |
12.22% 430th/3518 |
6.70% 271st/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
6.65% 245th/3685 |
3.44% 154th/4475 |
5.83% 303rd/5194 |
2.87% 181st/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
7.90% 362nd/4582 |
6.06% 313th/5164 |
6.84% 500th/7313 |
5.15% 384th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
50.28% 2003rd/3984 |
46.22% 2074th/4487 |
36.78% 2509th/6822 |
30.98% 1944th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Marisa"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Marisa" 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.