Merissa

Gender
Female (Feminine | Girl)
Usage/Origins
Meaning
Variant of Marissa, which is derived from the name Maris, meaning "of the sea"
Pronunciation
muh-RIS-suh
mə-RIS-sə
Popularity
Merissa is not a very popular name, ranking outside of the top 1000 names in the United States, according to Social Security Administration data. However, it is still a lovely choice for parents looking for a unique moniker for their little girl.

cartoon of the name Merissa
Cartoon of Merissa

Merissa Name meanings & History

Variant of Marissa, which is derived from the name Maris, meaning "of the sea". Merissa is primarily used as a girl's name in English-speaking countries.

Zodiac Sign of Merissa: Mother Cancer

Synonyms of Merissa:

M: Mommy,Mushy,Memorabilia,Maternal,Mother,Manipulative,Memory

E: Entertain,Environment,Enliven,Expressive,Enlighten,Exaggerate

R: Reason,Rational,Restless,Resourceful

I: Involved,Indulgence,Intimate

S: Sex,Security,Solidity,Social Standing,Sensuality,Status,Success

A: Ambitious,Argumentative,Assertive,Angry,Aggressive,Action

Merissa is:

  • a Nerdy name
  • a Refined name
  • a Rough name
  • a Strong name

Famous People

Merissa Hylton is a Jamaican-American professional dancer who has appeared on the television series "So You Think You Can Dance."

2.) Merissa (Female)

Usage: Latin

Meanings: (Latin) ocean-loving

Other Forms: Merisa, Meryssa


3.) Merissa (Female)

Usage: Latin

Meanings: (Latin) forms of Marisa.

Other Forms: Merisah, Merisha, Merissah, Merrisa, Merrisah, Merrissa, Merrissah, Merrysa, Merrysah, Merryssa, Merryssah