Marissa
GirlItalian
Marissa is a girl name of Italian origin meaning "Bitter, wished-for child".
About this name
Gender
Girl
Language
Italian
Religion
Christian
Popularity
15 / 100
Syllables
3
Length
7 letters
Meaning
Bitter, wished-for child
Etymology
Italian form of Marisa, a variant of Maria, from Hebrew Miriam, meaning 'bitter' or 'wished-for child'.
Famous People Named Marissa
- Marissa Mayer — American business executive and engineer, former CEO of Yahoo!
- Marissa Jaret Winokur — American actress
- Marissa Meyer — American writer of young-adult speculative fiction
Frequently Asked Questions About Marissa
What does the name Marissa mean?
Marissa means "Bitter, wished-for child", and is of Italian origin.
What is the origin of the name Marissa?
Marissa originates from Italian, commonly used in Europe.
Is Marissa a boy or girl name?
Marissa is typically used as a girl name.
What religion is the name Marissa associated with?
Marissa is associated with Christian.
Are there famous people named Marissa?
Yes — notable people named Marissa include Marissa Mayer (American business executive and engineer), Marissa Jaret Winokur (American actress) and Marissa Meyer (American writer of young-adult speculative fiction).
Last updated: June 2026