Girl name
Carissa name meaning
“beloved, affectionate”
Carissa is a feminine name meaning “beloved” or “affectionate”, commonly linked to the related forms Carisa or Charissa. These names are associated with Greek charis, meaning “grace” or “charm”. Carisa and Charissa provide useful connections for understanding the modern form Carissa and its proposed Greek background.
What does Carissa mean?
Beloved, affectionate
In Indonesian: yang tersayang, penuh kasih
Origin and cultural usage of Carissa
Possibly a variant of Carisa or Charissa, usually linked to Greek charis, meaning grace or charm. The precise origin of the modern form Carissa is uncertain.
How to pronounce Carissa
| Syllables | 3 · 7 letters |
|---|---|
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦕꦫꦶꦱ꧀ꦱ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮎᮛᮤᮞ᮪ᮞ |
Is Carissa a girl’s name?
Yes, Carissa is used mostly as a girl’s name. In our data sample, 0% of bearers are male. See all girl names.
Carissa ranks #2,033 among girl names in our data sample (4 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Variants and similar names
Names that sound like Carissa
Famous people named Carissa
- Carissa Putri · b. 1984
FAQ about the name Carissa
What is the meaning of Carissa?
Carissa means beloved, affectionate. Possibly a variant of Carisa or Charissa, usually linked to Greek charis, meaning grace or charm. The precise origin of the modern form Carissa is uncertain.
Is Carissa a girl’s name?
Yes, Carissa is used mostly as a girl’s name. In our data sample, 0% of bearers are male.
How many syllables does Carissa have?
Carissa has 3 syllables (Ca-ris-sa) and 7 letters.
How popular is the name Carissa?
Carissa ranks #2,033 among girl names in our data sample (4 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Famous people named Carissa?
Notable people named Carissa include Carissa Putri.
About this entry
Entry ID: nm07456 · Updated · How we research names · Report a mistake