Merrissa
Girl nameMerrissa has been given to 177 babies in the U.S. since 1979. It peaked in 1989.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
177
Peak year
1989 (16 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1979
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All girls
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Merrissa — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Merrissa.
Sibling name ideas for Merrissa
Same era and popularity as Merrissa, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Merrissa?
Merrissa has been given to 177 babies in the U.S. since 1979. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Merrissa peak?
Merrissa peaked in 1989, when 16 babies were given the name.
Is Merrissa a girl or boy name?
Merrissa is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Merrissa are girls).
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