Larisa
Russian · Girl · 3 syllables
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About the name Larisa
Larisa derives from the ancient Greek city of Larissa in Thessaly, meaning "cheerful" or "pleasant" from the Greek root related to brightness and joy.
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Etymology
Larisa derives from the ancient Greek city of Larissa in Thessaly, meaning "cheerful" or "pleasant" from the Greek root related to brightness and joy. The name is primarily used in Russian, Eastern European, and Greek cultures, with particular popularity in Soviet and post-Soviet countries during the 20th century.
Larisa currently ranks #7,705 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1993.
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