Marissa

There are several possible explanations of this name's origin. It could be a derivation Mary, originally from the Hebrew name Miryam (meaning "lots of bitterness"). It can also be a variation of the name Maris, which in Latin means "of the sea". Another explanation mentions the combination of Maria and Luisa.

Origin/Usage
English, Italian, Latin, Portuguese, Spanish
Pronunciation
mə-RIS-ə
Meaning
Of the sea

Similar names

Marisa Marisela Marrisa Marrissa Marysa Maryssa