Re: Where does this name originate from
I am currently studying the name. It is a Greek name from a Hebrew name. But most people believe it means "By the Sea". In fact it is a deritive of the Hebrew name Mareshah, a Bible City. It means either "possession" or some say "summit".
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Where does this name originate from  ·  John  ·  8/19/2003, 4:40 AM
Re: Where does this name originate from  ·  Laura Di Murro  ·  10/20/2003, 6:42 AM
Re: Where does this name originate from  ·  marissa  ·  11/28/2003, 9:34 AM
Re: Where does this name originate from  ·  Tom Paterik  ·  2/8/2004, 12:39 AM
Re: Where does this name originate from  ·  Eibhear  ·  8/19/2003, 11:34 AM
Re: Where does this name originate from  ·  Laura  ·  8/19/2003, 9:45 AM
Re: Where does this name originate from  ·  John  ·  8/19/2003, 11:50 PM