US Popularity:12473
Origin:Latin
Other Origin(s):Spanish
Meaning:Of Marissa; Of the sea; Of Maurice; Dark-skinned; Moorish
If baby loves bath time, you've met your match in the feminine name Morissa. This moniker is a fusion of Latin and Spanish Marissa or Maris, meaning "of the sea," and Maurice, meaning "dark-skinned" or "moorish." The former hails from Hebrew Mary and Mariam, while the latter pays tribute to the first inhabitants of the ancient African region, Mauretania. Morissa promises a lifelong love for the sea and a deep connection to one's homeland.

Morissa Name Popularity Data

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2006
#29841
in 2006
- 5713
from 2004
In comparison to the previous year's data
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