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Mariesa

mahr-ee-EH-sah · Variant of Marisa, a blend of Maria and Luisa, often interpreted as 'bitter sea' or 'drop of the sea'.

Peak popularity
1987
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady.

Popularity of Mariesa since 1961

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

71320198020002020Most births 1987Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
1960s19
1970s50
1980s136
1990s114
2000s28
2010s0
2020s0

Meaning & origin

Mariesa is a graceful elaboration of Marisa, blending the enduring Maria with the spirited Luisa. First recorded in the United States in 1961, the name saw its peak usage in 1987. Despite never entering the top 1,000, it has maintained a steady, quiet presence. Its stable trajectory since the 1980s suggests a name that is familiar yet uncommon, appealing to parents seeking a melodic, feminine choice with Italian and Spanish roots.

Mariesa is a variant of Marisa, which itself combines Maria and Luisa. Maria is the Latin form of Mary, derived from Hebrew Miryam, of debated meaning but often associated with 'bitter' or 'sea of bitterness.' Luisa is the feminine form of Luis, from Latin Ludovicus, meaning 'famous warrior.' The name Mariesa saw modest use in the United States starting in the 1960s, peaking in 1987.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Mary, Risa, Mari, Mar

Variants: Marisa, Marissa, Maresa, Mariessa

Sibling names for Mariesa

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

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Mariesa mean?
Mariesa is a variant of Marisa, a combination of Maria and Luisa. Maria is the Latin form of Mary, which traditionally means 'bitter' or 'drop of the sea.' Luisa means 'famous warrior.'
Is Mariesa a popular name?
Mariesa has never been highly common. It first appeared in U.S. records in 1961 and reached its highest usage in 1987, but has remained relatively rare since.
Is Mariesa a boy or girl name?
Mariesa is exclusively used as a feminine name.