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Maresha

muh-REE-shuh · Of uncertain origin; possibly a modern invented name.

Peak popularity
1992
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady.

Popularity of Maresha since 1977

Babies named Maresha per year in U.S. Social Security records.

61319198020002020Most births 1992Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
1970s14
1980s74
1990s123
2000s15
2010s0
2020s0

Meaning & origin

Maresha is a rare and modern girl's name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1977, a time when inventive names with fashionable suffixes were on the rise. It saw its peak usage in 1992, though it has never entered the national top 1000 and remains an uncommon choice. The name has remained stable in usage since its peak, never experiencing a sharp decline or resurgence. Its origin is uncertain, likely an invented combination echoing the sounds of names like Marissa or Aisha. Despite its rarity, Maresha offers a melodic and distinctive option for parents seeking a name that feels both familiar and unique.

Maresha likely originated as a modern invented name, perhaps blending elements of names like Maria or Marissa with the fashionable -esha or -isha suffix. Its earliest recorded usage in the United States dates to 1977, and it saw modest popularity in the 1990s, peaking in 1992. The name remains uncommon, with no clear historical or linguistic derivation.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Mare, Resha, Riri

Variants: Maresha, Mareesha, Mareshia

Sibling names for Maresha

Names that share Maresha's style, for a brother or sister.

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Maresha mean?
The meaning of Maresha is uncertain; it is likely a modern invented name with no definitive etymology.
How popular is the name Maresha?
Maresha has never ranked in the U.S. top 1000 names. Its highest recorded usage was in 1992, when it was given to a small number of babies. As of 2025, it remains very rare.
Is Maresha a boy or girl name?
Maresha is almost exclusively used as a girl's name.