Clairessa
klair-ESS-ah
Clairessa is a girl’s name of Latin origin, meaning “A modern variation of Clarissa, derived from the Latin 'clarus' meaning 'bright', 'clear', or 'famous'.”, and peaked in popularity in 1986.
What Clairessa Means
“A modern variation of Clarissa, derived from the Latin 'clarus' meaning 'bright', 'clear', or 'famous'.”
The Story of Clairessa
Consider a name that unfolds like a brilliant idea, sparkling with intelligence and a confident allure.
Clairessa is a modern variation on Clarissa, a name that draws from the Latin 'clarus'. This root signifies 'bright', 'clear', or 'famous'. The extended form adds a contemporary flourish, suggesting a name for a luminous and distinguished individual.
This name is for a daughter whose radiance is matched by her confidence and charm. You imagine her stepping into any room with a bright spirit, her intelligence and poise leading the way.
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Numerology
The Achiever
Powerful, determined, and success-oriented. Names at 8 project confidence and ambition.
Personality Traits
Peak Year
#10 in 1986
Total Births
99
First Recorded
1962
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