Holding steady.
Popularity of Marise since 1918
Babies named Marise per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1920, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Marise's real moment was 1933.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 5 |
| 1920s | 75 |
| 1930s | 48 |
| 1940s | 48 |
| 1950s | 80 |
| 1960s | 18 |
| 1970s | 6 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 5 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Marise is a delicate, vintage name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1918, placing it among early 20th-century coinages. Its trajectory is stable, with a clear peak in 1933, the year it saw its highest usage. Marise never ranked among the top 1000 names, reflecting its status as a rare gem. The name is likely a French variant of Maris or Mary, giving it a gentle, oceanic feel. While it has never been a common choice, its quiet elegance may appeal to parents seeking something unusual yet familiar. The name's peak in the 1930s aligns with an era when similar French-influenced names like Marie and Louise were more prevalent.
Marise is a feminine given name of uncertain derivation, likely a variant of Maris (Latin 'maris' meaning 'of the sea') or a French form of Mary. It emerged in the early 20th century, with the first recorded U.S. birth in 1918. The name saw modest use in the 1930s, reaching a peak in 1933, but never achieved widespread popularity, remaining a rare choice.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Marie, Risa, Mimi
Sibling names for Marise
Names that share Marise's style, for a brother or sister.
