Holding steady, #5,722 for girls today.
Popularity of Clarisse since 1899
Babies named Clarisse per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 2002, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Clarisse's real moment was 1899.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1890s | 6 |
| 1900s | 36 |
| 1910s | 77 |
| 1920s | 145 |
| 1930s | 105 |
| 1940s | 84 |
| 1950s | 119 |
| 1960s | 80 |
| 1970s | 103 |
| 1980s | 129 |
| 1990s | 236 |
| 2000s | 278 |
| 2010s | 183 |
| 2020s | 120 |
Meaning & origin
Clarisse is a French feminine name derived from Latin clarus, meaning 'bright' or 'clear.' In the United States, its first recorded use was in 1899, and that same year remains its peak year for usage. As of 2025, Clarisse ranks 5722, with roughly 1 in 76,537 newborns receiving the name, reflecting a stable but low frequency. The name is most common in Florida, one of its top states. While never a chart-topper, Clarisse has maintained a steady presence, appealing to parents who favor classic, French-inspired names with a literary and religious heritage.
Clarisse is a French feminine form of the Latin name Clarus, meaning 'bright,' 'clear,' or 'famous.' It was popularized in France during the Middle Ages, partly due to the association with Saint Clare of Assisi (Italian: Chiara). The name entered English usage in the 19th century and remains more common in French-speaking regions.
Where Clarisse is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Clarisse” around the world
Where Clarisse lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
110
babies in 2024
Quebec
6
babies in 2025
Sources: INSEE (France) · Retraite Québec (Quebec).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Clary, Claire, Risse
Sibling names for Clarisse
Names that share Clarisse's style, for a brother or sister.
