Parissa
Persian · Girl · 3 syllables
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About the name Parissa
Parissa is a Persian name derived from the word "pari," meaning "fairy" or "elf," with the suffix "-ssa" adding a diminutive or feminine quality, thus translating to "little fairy" or "fairy-like." The name is primarily used in Persian-speaking cultures, particularly in Iran, and has gained some adoption in other Middle Eastern and diaspora communities, with historical roots in Persian mythology and literature.
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Etymology
Parissa is a Persian name derived from the word "pari," meaning "fairy" or "elf," with the suffix "-ssa" adding a diminutive or feminine quality, thus translating to "little fairy" or "fairy-like." The name is primarily used in Persian-speaking cultures, particularly in Iran, and has gained some adoption in other Middle Eastern and diaspora communities, with historical roots in Persian mythology and literature.
Parissa currently ranks #18,475 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1988.
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