Karissa
Greek · Girl · 3 syllables
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About the name Karissa
Karissa is a modern English name derived from the Greek name Carissa, which means "beloved" or "grace," stemming from the Greek root "charis" (χάρις).
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Etymology
Karissa is a modern English name derived from the Greek name Carissa, which means "beloved" or "grace," stemming from the Greek root "charis" (χάρις). The name is primarily used in English-speaking countries and Christian cultures, with increased popularity in the United States during the late 20th century as part of a trend of creating feminine variants of traditional names.
Karissa currently ranks #2,915 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1991.
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