Marisol Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Marisol is a Spanish name that combines María, derived from the Hebrew Miriam, and Sol, meaning 'sun.' It has evolved from historical names and is currently viewed positively. The name does not have a biblical connection but has gained popularity in the 20th century, with notable individuals bearing the name.
The name Marisol is most popular in California, USA 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 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, Marisol has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, too falling for female in South, stalled for male in West, too falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Marisol' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3715th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4319th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 20187th out of 24088 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1778th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 412th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 391st out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 426th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 865th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Marisol' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Marisol"
Pronunciation
/ˈmærɪsɔːl/
Origin
Spanish
Etymology
Marisol is a combination of the names María and Sol, with María being derived from the Hebrew name Miriam and Sol meaning 'sun' in Spanish.
Meaning
Mary of the sun
Language Evolution
Miriam, Maria, María, Sol, Marisol
Historical Usage
Marisol gained popularity in the Spanish-speaking world during the 20th century and has become a popular name in various cultures.
Variants & Derivatives
Marisa, Mari, Sol
Modern Popularity & Image
Marisol is perceived as a vibrant and warm name, often associated with positivity and brightness.
Famous People
Marisol Nichols, Marisol Torres, Marisol (singer)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Marisol"
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 "Marisol"
"Marisol" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 3715th of 10718 | 124 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 4319th of 16616 | 180 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 20187th of 24088 | 11 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1778th of 12526 | 679 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 412th of 19264 | 8,380 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 391st of 27321 | 10,226 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 426th of 35406 | 11,564 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 865th of 30306 | 3,761 |
Regional Popularity of "Marisol" 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) |
- |
45.62% 1589th/3483 |
- |
46.79% 1892nd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - |
52.45% 2724th/5194 |
28.53% 1802nd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Marisol" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
72.25% 1609th/2227 |
28.97% 704th/2430 |
68.45% 1953rd/2853 |
72.43% 2010th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
21.11% 620th/2937 |
6.32% 220th/3483 |
16.83% 592nd/3518 |
9.52% 385th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
18.15% 669th/3685 |
11.82% 529th/4475 |
9.24% 480th/5194 |
3.47% 219th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
13.88% 636th/4582 |
16.21% 837th/5164 |
6.25% 457th/7313 |
3.42% 255th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
29.24% 1165th/3984 |
33.96% 1524th/4487 |
13.59% 927th/6822 |
9.03% 567th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Marisol"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Marisol" 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.