Marpessa
girl nameMarpessa entered the US charts in 1960, peaked at #4773 in 1960, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1960–2025
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rank today
#4773
peak (1960)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1960s | #4773 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Marpessa are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Marpessa alive today was born around 1960, making them about 65 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Marpessa in 2025?
- Marpessa is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Marpessa most popular?
- Marpessa peaked in 1960, reaching #4773 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Marpessa with classmates?
- Marpessa will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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