Charissa
ch(a)-rissa,
char(is)-sa
US Popularity:12857
Origin:Greek
Meaning:Grace; Beloved
From ancient myth to poetry, Charissa is a name that has charmed many. Typically given to girls, Charissa is a variant of Carissa, and both come from the Greek Charis, meaning "grace" and "beloved." In mythology, a Charis was a goddess of beauty, human creativity, and nature, giving baby a strong bond with the wonders of the world around them. Charissa also has strong ties to classic literature, as Edmund Spencer used it in the epic poem The Faerie Queene.
Charissa Name Popularity Data
U.S. Births
Overall:Charissa is currently #12857 in U.S. births
Girl:Charissa is currently #9832 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2022
#12857
in 2022
+ 2029
from 2021
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