Maurissa
Maurissa is a girl baby name. Ranked #35,313 in the US, popular nicknames include Mau, May, and Mauie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Maurissa first appeared in US Social Security records in 1968.
Over 639 babies have been named Maurissa in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Maurissa is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #35,313 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #35,313
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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Middle Name Ideas
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About the Name Maurissa
Maurissa is a girl name .
Maurissa is currently ranked #35,313 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Maurissa include Mau, May, Mauie, and Maurie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Maurissa include Maura, Maureen . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis