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Marisha

mah-REE-sha

Marisha is a girl’s name of Hebrew origin, meaning “Marisha is often considered a diminutive or variant of Maria (Hebrew for 'bitter' or 'beloved') or Marina (Latin for 'of the sea'). It can also be linked to Slavic names.”. It currently ranks #16761 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 1992.

Letters7
Syllables3
OriginHebrew

What Marisha Means

Marisha is often considered a diminutive or variant of Maria (Hebrew for 'bitter' or 'beloved') or Marina (Latin for 'of the sea'). It can also be linked to Slavic names.

The Story of Marisha

This name flows with grace, a versatile echo of Slavic charm and Latin depth for your daughter.

Marisha is a name with a rich, adaptable quality, often considered a diminutive or variant of Maria, rooted in Hebrew meaning 'bitter' or 'beloved,' or Marina, from Latin 'of the sea.' It can also be linked to Slavic names, adding layers of cultural resonance. This confluence of origins gives Marisha a journey that is both ancient and widespread, adaptable across diverse traditions.

To say 'Marisha' is to utter a name that sounds both elegant and approachable. It has a graceful rhythm, like a gentle tide. When you write this name on your child’s birth announcement, you are choosing a name that feels inherently kind and adaptable, a descriptor for a daughter you envision with poise and a deep capacity for love. It feels like a perfect fit.

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Numerology

1

The Leader

Independent, ambitious, and original. Names with this number carry pioneering energy.

Personality Traits

GracefulElegantKindAdaptable

Spelling Variations

Peak Year

#72 in 1992

Total Births

1,547

First Recorded

1955

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