Merrisa
Merrisa is a girl baby name. Ranked #19,167 in the US, popular nicknames include Mer, Mey, and Merie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Merrisa first appeared in US Social Security records in 1977.
Over 144 babies have been named Merrisa in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Merrisa is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #19,167 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #19,167
- Total SSA Count
- 7
Alternative Spellings
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Middle Name Ideas
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About the Name Merrisa
Merrisa is a girl name .
Merrisa is currently ranked #19,167 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Merrisa include Mer, Mey, Merie, and Merrie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Merrisa include Merritt . 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