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Christian Name Meaning & Origin Guide

Marissa

Rebellious one

Pronunciation: MAR-ee-suh (/məˈrɪsə/)

Girl Name Biblical origin Popularity 50
Meaning
Rebellious one
Origin
Biblical
Lucky Number
7
Lucky Day
Friday
Lucky Stone
Sapphire
Life Path
5
Popularity Score
50
Language
English, Hebrew, Greek, Latin
Lucky Colors: BlueWhite

What does Marissa mean?

In Hebrew, Marissa derives from the name Mara, meaning 'bitter' or 'rebellious'. In the Bible, Marissa is not a direct name, but it can be connected to the name Mary, meaning 'rebellious', which is the most common biblical name for females.

Marissa in other languages & scripts

Hebrew
מריסה
מריסה היא שם שפירושו מר או מרה
Greek
Μαρίσα
Μαρίσα σημαίνει πικρή ή επιθυμητή
Latin
Marissa
Marissa means bitter or beloved
English
Marissa
Marissa means bitter or beloved in Christian tradition

How to pronounce Marissa

English pronunciation
MAR-ee-suh
IPA notation
/məˈrɪsə/

Numerology & personality

People with the life path number 5 are known to be adventurous, resourceful, and versatile.

Associated Traits
CompassionateLoyalD = DevotedS = Spiritual

Spiritual & cultural context

Symbolic of rebelling against the world's negativity and staying true to faith.

Emily is an English name derived from the Latin word 'Aemilius', which means 'rival' or 'competitor'. It was a popular name among classical Romans, and later in medieval Europe, where it became associated with the English 'eild' meaning 'industrious'. Today, Emily is a common name among English speakers and is ranked as the fourth most popular girls' name in the United States and the fifth most popular girls' name in the United Kingdom.

Popularity of Marissa by region

Region Country Score Year
Italy IT 39 2024
Brazil BR 50 2024

Spelling variations of Marissa

MarissahMarisse

Names similar to Marissa

Frequently asked questions about Marissa

What does Marissa mean?
Marissa is a Hebrew name with the meaning 'rebellious'.
Is Marissa a Christianity name?
Although not a direct biblical name, Marissa holds significant cultural and religious significance in Christianity as it can be connected to the biblical name Mary, meaning 'rebellious'.
How to pronounce Marissa?
Marissa is pronounced ma-RISS-ah.
Is Marissa popular today?
Marissa was a popular name in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, but its usage has declined in recent years.
What is the origin of Marissa?
Marissa is a Hebrew name derived from the name Mara, which means 'bitter' or 'rebellious'.