Marilisa
mar-ih-LEE-sah
Marilisa is a girl’s name of Italian origin, meaning “A combination of Maria ('bitter' or 'sea of bitterness') and Lisa ('pledged to God').”, and peaked in popularity in 1966.
What Marilisa Means
“A combination of Maria ('bitter' or 'sea of bitterness') and Lisa ('pledged to God').”
The Story of Marilisa
Imagine a name that harmonizes the profound depths of devotion with the celestial pledge of faith.
Marilisa is an elegant name, tracing its roots to Italian origins. It beautifully blends 'Maria,' from Hebrew, carrying meanings like 'bitter' or 'sea of bitterness,' with 'Lisa,' a name associated with 'pledged to God.' First recorded in the early 1960s, its charm is timeless.
This name resonates for a daughter you see as elegantly charming and artistically resilient. Marilisa suggests a spirit that, despite life's potential bitterness, remains pledged to grace and beauty, a foundation of strength and artistic expression.
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The Nurturer
Caring, responsible, and loving. Names at 6 resonate with warmth and family devotion.
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Spelling Variations
Peak Year
#7 in 1966
Total Births
50
First Recorded
1961
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Meaning
Possibly 'mine' in Italian or a short form of Maria, meaning 'bitter'.
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Italian
Meaning
Italian for 'air'. In music, an aria is a solo vocal piece.
Bella
Italian
Meaning
An Italian name meaning 'beautiful'. It is also used as a diminutive of Isabella and Arabella.
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