“a form of the name Melissa, which means 'bee'.” — Associated with sweetness and industry
American origin · Girl name
♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls
#14974US 2015
8Births / yr
↓Falling
3.4kAll-time births
📅 Since 196200.01% of births at peak
How to pronounce Merissa
MER·IS·uh
/ˈmɛr.ˈɪs.ə/ · stress on MER · 3 syllables
“a form of the name Melissa, which means 'bee'.”
Associated with sweetness and industry · American origin
What does Merissa mean and where does it come from?
Merissa is often considered a modern variant of Melissa. The name Melissa has ancient Greek origins, commonly derived from the word 'melissa' (μέλισσα), which means 'honey bee'. It is often associated with sweetness and industry. The variant Merissa has gained popularity particularly in English-spea
Cultural significance
Merissa has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of a form of the name melissa, which means 'bee'..
Peak popularity
Reached #1047 in 1995 — currently #14974 in the US.
Falling — down 7286 spots — currently #14974 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
US Trend 1965–2015#14974 · Top 11%
1965
1970
1975
1980
1985
1990
1995
2000
2005
2010
2015
Year
US Rank
Births
vs Prior Year
2015
#12045
8
▼ down 7286 · -73% births
2010
#4759
30
▼ down 2437 · -61% births
2005
#2322
77
▼ down 393 · -12% births
2000
#1929
88
▼ down 882 · -49% births
1995
#1047
172
▲ up 14 · +2% births
1990
#1061
168
▲ up 691 · +158% births
1985
#1752
65
▲ up 337 · +30% births
1980
#2089
50
▲ up 774 · +92% births
1975
#2863
26
▲ up 1347 · +86% births
1970
#4210
14
▲ up 2203 · +133% births
1965
#6413
6
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Name Popularity Timeline
Popularity Statistics for Merissa
1995Rank #1047
172
#3681
↘Falling
1965 - 201511 years
The story of Merissa
Merissa is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1962. With 3,413 total births recorded, Merissa remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #6413 in 1965, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #12045 in 2015.
Merissa means "a form of the name Melissa, which means 'bee'." — a name rooted in American tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.
How popular is the name Merissa?
Merissa is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.
What is the cultural origin of Merissa?
Merissa originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
How do you pronounce the name Merissa?
Merissa is a three-syllable name pronounced M EH1 R IH1 S AH0. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.
What sibling names go well with Merissa?
Merissa pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar American heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.
Sibling names that pair with Merissa
For a sister
Merissa & Avery♡
Merissa & Zoey♡
Merissa & Sadie♡
Merissa & Addison♡
For a brother
Merissa & Ethan♡
Merissa & Jackson♡
Merissa & Aiden♡
Merissa & Carter♡
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Worldwide ranking · 2015
Country
Rank
🇺🇸 USA
#14974
🇬🇧 UK
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🇨🇦 Canada
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