Morissa Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Morissa Name at a Glance

Name	Morissa
Meaning	Feminine of Maurice: dark;dark-skinned.
Origin	Spanish
Gender	Girl

What Does the Name Morissa Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Morissa means “Feminine of Maurice: dark;dark-skinned”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Morissa Name Origin

Our database records Morissa under Spanish origin. Browse more Spanish baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Morissa a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Morissa is listed as a girl name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Morissa

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