Of the sea; dark-skinned
A modern elaboration of Marissa or Maura. It likely blends the Latin 'maris' meaning 'of the sea' with the root 'maur' referring to the Moors or dark-skinned people. It is often chosen as a more unique alternative to Melissa or Marissa.
Less common today
Maurissa isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #2,513 in 1993.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
American producer, screenwriter, and actress
