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Marisela

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Pronounced mah-ree-SEH-lah /ˌmɑ.riˈsɛ.lɑ/Medium

Meaning: Latino blend of Maria ('beloved/bitter') with Marcela or Gisela; routes layeredLow

In 30 seconds: Warm and Latino-classic: Marisela blends Maria with Marcela/Gisela. Melodic, graceful, and bright.
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Origin MediumLatin, Spanish
MeaningLatino blend of Maria ('beloved/bitter') with Marcela or Gisela; routes layered
U.S. rank (2025)#5055 ↘ Falling
2025 U.S. births26 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year1985
Total births (all-time)≈ 10,308

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 198519452025

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Marisela is a Latino blend of Maria — Hebrew, 'beloved' or 'bitter' — with Marcela ('of Mars') or Gisela ('pledge'; routes layered, which we note). A melodic, graceful name across Latin America.

In the U.S. it appears in Latino families. Rare, beloved-blend at the root, and warm.

Did you know? Marisela weaves Maria together with Marcela ('of Mars') or Gisela ('pledge') — a flowing, classic Latino blend, popular for decades.
Overall data confidence 60%
References — Marisela — routes layered

Variations

MaricelaMarisolMarcela

Nicknames

MariSela

Famous Bearers

  • ★Marisela Federici (1958-)
    Mexican ranchera and pop singer popular throughout Latin America in the 1980s and 1990s
  • ★Marisela Santibáñez
    Mexican actress who appeared in numerous telenovelas on Televisa

If you like Marisela…

Maricela— a fellow spelling
Marcela— a name it blends
Marisol— a companion Mari- name
Graciela— another -ela Latina name

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Marisela mean?

Marisela blends Maria with Marcela or Gisela; the routes are layered.

How do you pronounce Marisela?

It's said mah-ree-SEH-lah /ˌmɑ.riˈsɛ.lɑ/ — four syllables, stress on the third.

Is Marisela a boy or girl name?

Marisela is a girl's name.

How popular is Marisela?

Marisela is a rare name in the U.S.

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