Karissa
Karissa is a girl's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Grace, favor, or beloved.
Origin and history
Karissa is a feminine name of Greek origin, derived from the element charis meaning grace or favor. It gained popularity in the United States in the late 20th century as a modern spelling variant of Carissa. Although usage has declined since its peak around the 1990s, it remains a familiar given name in the U.S.
Popularity in the United States
20,089 babies in the United States have been named Karissa since 1880. It ranks #1064 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1658.
States where it is most popular
- CA (17 %)
- TX (8.5 %)
- NY (5.6 %)
- PA (4.9 %)
- FL (4.7 %)
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 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 122 |
| 1970-1980 | 987 |
| 1980-1990 | 3,810 |
| 1990-2000 | 7,446 |
| 2000-2010 | 5,097 |
| 2010-2019 | 2,184 |
| 2020-2029 | 443 |
Famous people named Karissa
- Karissa Shannon: Model, Television Personality
- Karissa Strain: Actress
Nicknames
Kari, Rissa, Karrie
Fun facts
- The spelling with a 'K' arose as a popular modern adaptation of the classical name Carissa during the late 20th century.
- The root word 'charis' connects to the Charites, the Greek goddesses of charm, beauty, and grace.