Girl
Marisa
of the sea
About Marisa
Marisa combines the best of both worlds: familiarity and freshness. This name feels simultaneously classic and contemporary, never quite settling into any single era or trend. The three-syllable structure provides substance and sophistication, while the flowing sounds maintain approachability and warmth. Marisa works effortlessly across cultures and languages, making it ideal for internationally-minded families. The name carries a subtle elegance that doesn't demand attention but certainly earns it. Girls named Marisa often find it grows with them beautifully, equally suitable for playground adventures and boardroom presentations. It's a versatile, adaptable choice that offers both distinction and reliability.
Popularity of the Name Marisa
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1956 | #530 | ||||
| 1957 | #617 | ||||
| 1958 | #596 | ||||
| 1959 | #643 | ||||
| 1960 | #528 | ||||
| 1961 | #583 | ||||
| 1962 | #598 | ||||
| 1963 | #553 | ||||
| 1964 | #546 | ||||
| 1965 | #547 | ||||
| 1966 | #466 | #369 | |||
| 1967 | #472 | ||||
| 1968 | #474 | ||||
| 1969 | #523 | ||||
| 1970 | #497 | ||||
| 1971 | #450 | ||||
| 1972 | #407 | #454 | |||
| 1973 | #368 | #487 | |||
| 1974 | #365 | ||||
| 1975 | #371 | ||||
| 1976 | #222 | #361 | |||
| 1977 | #167 | #585 | |||
| 1978 | #206 | #455 | |||
| 1979 | #205 | #383 | |||
| 1980 | #235 | #469 | |||
| 1981 | #224 | #451 | |||
| 1982 | #232 | #278 | #386 | ||
| 1983 | #241 | ||||
| 1984 | #269 | ||||
| 1985 | #258 | #444 | |||
| 1986 | #247 | #589 | |||
| 1987 | #257 | #546 | |||
| 1988 | #249 | #479 | |||
| 1989 | #259 | ||||
| 1990 | #255 | #585 | |||
| 1991 | #239 | #582 | #449 | ||
| 1992 | #220 | #439 | #370 | ||
| 1993 | #172 | #438 | #308 | ||
| 1994 | #147 | #254 | |||
| 1995 | #147 | #266 | |||
| 1996 | #169 | #514 | #245 | ||
| 1997 | #200 | #660 | #645 | #316 | |
| 1998 | #213 | #613 | #588 | #350 | |
| 1999 | #283 | #646 | #430 | ||
| 2000 | #302 | #806 | #407 | ||
| 2001 | #319 | #934 | #458 | ||
| 2002 | #327 | #472 | |||
| 2003 | #333 | #761 | #362 | ||
| 2004 | #335 | #877 | #798 | #419 | |
| 2005 | #391 | #566 | #413 | ||
| 2006 | #498 | #998 | #887 | #572 | |
| 2007 | #516 | #606 | |||
| 2008 | #644 | #952 | #629 | ||
| 2009 | #705 | #690 | |||
| 2010 | #817 | #749 | |||
| 2011 | #859 | #826 | |||
| 2012 | #977 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Marisa
Names Similar to Marisa
Nicknames for Marisa
- Mari
- Ris
- Risa
- Mimi
- Mars
Famous People Named Marisa
| Marisa Tomei | American actress |
| Marisa Ramirez | American actress |
| Marisa Paredes | Spanish actress |
| Marisa Coughlan | American actress |
| Marisa Ryan | American actress |
| Marisa Petroro | American actress and model |
| Marisa Siketa | Australian actress |
| Marisa Del Frate | Italian actress and singer |
| Marisa Allasio | Italian actress |
| Marisa Berenson | American actress and model |
| Marisa Belli | Italian actress |
| Marisa Laurito | Italian actress and singer |
| Marisa Mell | Austrian actress |
| Marisa Dal Santo | Australian rules footballer |
| Marisa Miller | American model |
| Marisa Baiges | Spanish journalist and TV presenter |
| Marisa Ventura | Character played by Jennifer Lopez in the film "Maid in Manhattan" |
Characters Named Marisa
| Marisa Cooper | Character from the TV series "The O.C" |
| Marisa Tomei | Character in the film "My Cousin Vinny" |
| Marisa Coulter | Character in the TV series "His Dark Materials" |
| Marisa Kirisame | Character in the manga "Touhou Sangetsusei" |