Marissa
Meaning
Drop of the sea
Origin
Latin
Pronunciation
/məˈrɪsə/
Traits associated with the name Marissa:
Dogs named Marissa tend to be loving, industrious, and strong-willed. This feminine name is also associated with companionship.
What does it say about you to have a dog named Marissa?
Naming your dog Marissa likely says that you have a strong connection to the name and that it has some special meaning to you. It could also indicate that you are a fan of the name and that you wanted to give your dog a unique and special name.
Is Marissa a good dog name?
Marissa has more syllables than most dog names, but you can easily give your pup a nickname to shorten things. The name also ends in a vowel sound, so it's easy for dogs to recognize. Marissa isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!
Popularity: Overall
Marissa is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!
Popularity: Historical Trend
Marissa was, in the past month, the 746th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.
As of December 2024, Marissa is becoming ever more niche with new puppy owners. Our stats suggest that the name is less fashionable than it was at this time last year.
We've seen quite a lot of variation in rank for this name, which may suggest seasonal factors or interest driven by pop culture events.
In the past week, Marissa was viewed 26 times, and liked 2 times.
Popularity: United States
The map below shows Marissa's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.
Marissa is most adored in North Dakota, Florida and Illinois.
By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in New York, New Jersey and California.
Popularity: Around The World
And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Marissa.
Marissa is found in these categories:
ocean
Derived from Latin, it means "of the sea".
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