Merisa
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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Merisa first appeared in US Social Security records in 1968.
Over 555 babies have been named Merisa in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Merisa is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #62,861 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #62,861
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Merisa
Merisa is a girl name .
Merisa is currently ranked #62,861 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Merisa include Mer, Meri, Meriy, Meriie, Mey, Meie, and Merkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Merisa include Merida . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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