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Merrissa

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Pronounced muh-RISS-uh /məˈrɪsə/Low

Meaning: Merrissa reads as a variant of Marissa, from the Latin maris, 'of the sea', perhaps colored by Melissa, 'honeybee'. The e-spelling is a modern styling rather than a separate root.Low

In 30 seconds: Merrissa is a variant of Marissa, 'of the sea', with a nod to Melissa. It stayed rare in the United States and peaked in the late nineteen-eighties (said muh-RISS-uh).
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Origin LowLatin, American
MeaningMerrissa reads as a variant of Marissa, from the Latin maris, 'of the sea', perhaps colored by Melissa, 'honeybee'. The e-spelling is a modern styling rather than a separate root.
U.S. rank (2006)#13199 ↗ Rising
2006 U.S. births8 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year1989
Total births (all-time)≈ 177

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 198919792006

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

Merrissa is a variant of Marissa, from the Latin maris, 'of the sea', possibly blended in sound with Melissa. The e-styling marks it as a modern form, and it appeared only rarely in American records beside the more common Marissa.

It was never common, given to only about sixteen girls a year at its peak in the late nineteen-eighties. A girl named Merrissa then is in her thirties today.

Did you know? Merrissa rides the popularity of Marissa in the nineteen-eighties, restyled with an e that made it feel a touch softer and more personal.
Overall data confidence 32%
References - Merrissa — Variant of Marissa (Latin maris 'of the sea'); Melissa influence; uncertain

Variations

MarissaMerissaMarisa

Nicknames

RissaMeri

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Marissa— the parent name Merrissa varies
Melissa— a like -issa blend influence
Merissa— a near-twin single-r spelling
Clarissa— a related -issa ending name

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Merrissa mean?

It is a variant of Marissa, 'of the sea', blended in sound with Melissa; the route is uncertain.

How do you pronounce Merrissa?

It is said muh-RISS-uh /məˈrɪsə/, three syllables with the stress in the middle.

Is Merrissa a boy or girl name?

Merrissa is used as a girl's name.

How popular is Merrissa?

It was always rare in the United States, given to only about sixteen girls a year at its peak in the late nineteen-eighties.

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