Maryssa is of French origin, derived from the name Marie-Jeanne. It means 'sea wave,' a fitting moniker for someone born near or loving the sea. Maryssa gained popularity in France during the late 20th century but remains less common internationally.
The name Maryssa appears to have been quite popular among parents from the late 1980s until around the mid-2000s, with the highest number of births occurring in 1995 (96 births) and 1997 (98 births). However, its popularity has declined significantly since then, with fewer than 30 births per year recorded from 2006 onwards. As of 2022, there have been a total of 1670 births registered with the name Maryssa.