Marisela

Spanish and Italian form of Maria

"drop of the sea, bitter, or beloved + famous battle"

Marisela Origin and Meaning

The name Marisela is a girl's name meaning "drop of the sea, bitter, or beloved + famous battle".

An elaboration of Marisa, a combination of Maria and Louisa. The meaning of Maria is uncertain, but theories include "drop of the sea" (from Hebrew roots mar "drop" and yam "sea"); "bitter" (from Hebrew marah "bitterness"); and "beloved" (from the Egyptian root mr).