Carissa
Carissa is a girl's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Grace or beloved.
Origin and history
Carissa is a feminine given name derived from the Greek word 'charis', meaning grace or beloved. It gained popularity in the United States during the late 20th century as a modern elaboration of Carrie or Charissa. Though its usage has decreased in recent years, it remains a recognized modern classic.
Popularity in the United States
28,447 babies in the United States have been named Carissa since 1880. It ranks #859 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1742.
States where it is most popular
- CA (15.8 %)
- TX (7.9 %)
- NY (6.4 %)
- PA (5.2 %)
- IL (4.9 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 5 |
| 1950-1960 | 71 |
| 1960-1970 | 505 |
| 1970-1980 | 3,635 |
| 1980-1990 | 7,627 |
| 1990-2000 | 8,820 |
| 2000-2010 | 5,568 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,857 |
| 2020-2029 | 359 |
Famous people named Carissa
- Carissa Moore: Surfer, Athlete
- Carissa Yip: Chess Player
Nicknames
Carrie, Rissa, Cari
Fun facts
- Carissa is also the botanical genus name for a group of flowering shrubs native to tropical regions, known for producing edible berries.
- The name shares its linguistic root with the Charites (Graces) of Greek mythology, who represented charm, beauty, and human creativity.