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Carrisa

kuh-RISS-uh

Carrisa is a girl’s name of Greek origin, meaning “Carrisa is a modern variant of Carissa, derived from the Greek word 'charis', meaning 'grace' or 'beloved'.”, and peaked in popularity in 1992.

Letters7
Syllables3
OriginGreek

What Carrisa Means

Carrisa is a modern variant of Carissa, derived from the Greek word 'charis', meaning 'grace' or 'beloved'.

The Story of Carrisa

The echo of ancient Greek longing for 'beloved' and 'grace' culminates in this name, ready to be spoken by your daughter.

Carrisa is a modern iteration of the name Carissa, which itself stems from the Greek word 'charis'. This root beautifully conveys the concepts of 'grace' and 'beloved', hinting at a profound sense of endearment and elegance. The name’s journey is one of lyrical expression, evolving through spoken word and written texts.

When you try out the name Carrisa, it rolls off the tongue with a natural, gentle rhythm, much like the feeling of holding your beloved child for the first time. It’s a name that sounds like a warm embrace, carrying with it the sweetness of being cherished and the elegance of pure grace. You’ll feel its charm as you write it on every card and announcement.

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Numerology

1

The Leader

Independent, ambitious, and original. Names with this number carry pioneering energy.

Personality Traits

GracefulKindCharmingLoving

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Peak Year

#41 in 1992

Total Births

547

First Recorded

1970

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