Of the sea
A modern elaboration of Marissa, which is derived from the Latin 'maris' meaning 'of the sea'. It is often associated with the Virgin Mary (Stella Maris) and gained popularity as a blend of Maria and Louisa or as a variant of Marisa.
Less common today
Marissah isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #9,479 in 1992.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
