MallowbyNames

Maricsa

muh-REEK-suh · of uncertain origin

Peak popularity
2004
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady.

Popularity of Maricsa since 1986

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

48121990200020102020Most births 2004Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
1980s9
1990s55
2000s37
2010s0
2020s0

Meaning & origin

Maricsa is a rare modern American name that entered U.S. birth records in 1986, making its first recorded appearance during the late 20th century. Though it has never ranked in the national top 1000, the name saw a peak in usage in 2004, with its trajectory since then remaining stable. The name is consistently given to girls. While its spelling suggests influences from Spanish and Italian naming conventions, Maricsa has no documented etymology or historical meaning; it appears to be a creative blend designed to sound feminine and melodic.

Maricsa is a modern coinage, likely formed by combining elements of popular names such as Maricela or Marisa with the fashionable -isa suffix. It first appeared in U.S. records in 1986 and saw a modest peak in usage around 2004, reflecting a trend toward feminized adaptations of Hispanic-sounding roots. No established meaning has been historically attached to this name.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Mari, Risa

Sibling names for Maricsa

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

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Maricsa mean?
The name Maricsa has no established meaning; it is a modern invention likely derived from similar-sounding names.
How popular is the name Maricsa in 2025?
Maricsa is not currently ranked in the U.S. top 1000 based on Social Security data, indicating it remains a very rare choice.
Is Maricsa a boy or girl name?
Maricsa is used exclusively for girls, as reflected in the official U.S. data.