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Origin & history of Maurissa1
Modern American roots
The name Maurissa originates from the Latin name Mauritia, meaning dark-skinned or from Mauritania. It is a feminine variation of the name Maurice. Maurissa is a unique and elegant name with a touch of sophistication. It is not widely used but holds an air of exclusivity. People with the name Maurissa are often known for their kindness, intelligence, and creativity. They tend to be determined and independent individuals who strive for success in their endeavors. Maurissa is a name that exudes charm and grace.
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Root name
The root form of Maurissa is
Maurissa — meaning Combination of 'Mary' and 'Marissa'..
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Modern usage
Maurissa remains a beloved choice. Timeless appeal across cultures and generations.
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How popular is Maurissa?
1993
peak year
The name Maurissa reached its peak in 1993, with 50 registrations (ranked #2508). It first surfaced in U.S. records in 1968, roughly 25 years before its peak. Since the peak, the name has eased to well outside the top 1,000 (around #15292) today, averaging about 6 new babies per year. Across all years on record, approximately 639 American babies have carried this name.
Year-by-year registrations
1880–2024 · U.S. Social Security data
50
Babies named in peak year
(ranked #2,508)
(ranked #2,508)
6
Avg. per year
(last decade)
(last decade)
60
Total registrations
last 10 years
last 10 years
639
All-time total
(since 1880)
(since 1880)
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Numerology of Maurissa2
Life path number
The Peacemaker
Diplomacy, harmony and deep empathy.
🕊️Peacemaker
💖Empathetic
🎵Artistic
🤝Team player
M4
A1
U3
R9
I9
S1
S1
A1
Sum: 29 → Life path 2
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Personality of Maurissa🕊️
Peaceful
They bring calm to every room.
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Deeply loving
Their love runs deep and steady.
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Intuitive
They read people with extraordinary accuracy.
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Artistic soul
Beauty speaks to them powerfully.
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