Clarisse
French · Girl · 2 syllables
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About the name Clarisse
Clarisse derives from the Latin name Clarissa, which comes from the root "clarus" meaning "bright" or "clear." The name is primarily used in French-speaking cultures and among Catholic populations, with notable historical references including the 18th-century French mystic Saint Claude de la Colombière and literary appearances in works by authors like Samuel Richardson.
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Etymology
Clarisse derives from the Latin name Clarissa, which comes from the root "clarus" meaning "bright" or "clear." The name is primarily used in French-speaking cultures and among Catholic populations, with notable historical references including the 18th-century French mystic Saint Claude de la Colombière and literary appearances in works by authors like Samuel Richardson.
Clarisse currently ranks #5,759 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2002.
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