Cherissa
chə-RISS-ə
Cherissa is a girl’s name of English origin, meaning “Cherissa is a modern name, likely a combination of Cherry and Marissa. Cherry is English, referring to the fruit, and Marissa is of Latin origin, meaning "of the sea."”, and peaked in popularity in 1980.
What Cherissa Means
“Cherissa is a modern name, likely a combination of Cherry and Marissa. Cherry is English, referring to the fruit, and Marissa is of Latin origin, meaning "of the sea."”
The Story of Cherissa
A name that blends the sweetness of a cherry with the vastness of the sea, evoking delight and depth.
Cherissa is a modern creation, first appearing in 1973, likely a combination of 'Cherry,' an English name for the fruit, and 'Marissa,' of Latin origin meaning 'of the sea.' It's a name of charming contrasts.
You imagine your daughter Cherissa to be both sweet and adventurous, her spirit cheerful and her heart as deep as the ocean. This name is for a child who will bring delight and a sense of boundless possibility.
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Numerology
The Nurturer
Caring, responsible, and loving. Names at 6 resonate with warmth and family devotion.
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Peak Year
#15 in 1980
Total Births
161
First Recorded
1973
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