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Marysa

muh-REE-suh · Of uncertain meaning; likely a modern elaboration of Mary or Maria.

Peak popularity
1993
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady.

Popularity of Marysa since 1973

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

122537198020002020Most births 1993Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
1970s25
1980s85
1990s246
2000s167
2010s21
2020s0

Meaning & origin

Marysa is a modern feminine name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1973. It reached its peak year in 1993, yet it has never been common enough to rank in the national top 1000. The name has remained stable in usage since the 1990s, reflecting a small but consistent number of births each year. As a modern elaboration of Mary or Maria, Marysa carries no deep historical or cultural roots, making it a distinctly contemporary choice.

Marysa is a modern invented name, likely formed by combining the root Mary (or Maria) with the fashionable suffix -sa, as seen in names like Marisa and Larissa. It first appeared in U.S. records in 1973 and saw modest use in the 1990s, peaking in 1993. The name carries no traditional etymology or historical usage.

Sibling names for Marysa

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

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Marysa mean?
Marysa is a modern name with no definite meaning. It appears to be a creative spelling or elaboration of Mary or Maria, possibly influenced by names like Marisa.
How popular is the name Marysa?
Marysa is a rare name. Its peak popularity was in 1993, and it has remained stable at very low levels since. It has never ranked in the top 1000 names in the U.S.
Is Marysa a girl's name?
Yes, Marysa is used almost exclusively for girls.