Marisol Name Meaning, Origin & Popularity

At a Glance

Meaning

Popularly 'sea and sun'; possibly from Maria de la Soledad

Origin

Spanish

Gender

Girl

Pronunciation

mah-ree-SOLListen

Marisol is a Spanish name, pronounced mah-ree-SOL. You may have heard it means 'sea and sun,' but that claim doesn't check out — it may actually trace back to Maria de la Soledad instead. It has a classic feel, with an open, well-traveled sound that fits names tied to nature and faraway places.

Meaning & Origin of Marisol

Meaning: Popularly 'sea and sun'; possibly from Maria de la Soledad.

Origin: Spanish.

A common claim: Said to mean 'sea and sun.' Actually: Marisol may have originated as a contraction of a Marian title, such as Maria de la Soledad, rather than literally combining 'sea' and 'sun'; it's unclear which is correct.

Source: Wiktionary.

How to Pronounce Marisol

Popularity of Marisol

Marisol reached its highest point in 1996, ranking #235 with 1,190 babies given the name that year. By 2024 it had settled to #739, with 380 babies born with the name.

Names Like Marisol

These names share Marisol’s style, era or origin.

• Araceli
• Blanca
• Estrella
• Rocio
• Aitana
• Alejandra

FAQ

What does the name Marisol mean?

Popularly ‘sea and sun’; possibly from Maria de la Soledad. (Source: Wiktionary)

How do you pronounce Marisol?

Marisol is pronounced mah-ree-SOL (IPA: /mɑːriˈsoʊl/).

Is Marisol a popular name right now?

Marisol peaked at #235 in 1996 and is ranked #739 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1953–2024.)

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