Holding steady.
Popularity of Clarrisa since 1959
Babies named Clarrisa per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 5 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 52 |
| 1980s | 92 |
| 1990s | 114 |
| 2000s | 50 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Clarrisa is a decorative spelling of Clarissa, a name with Latin roots meaning 'bright, clear, famous.' The name has never cracked the U.S. top 1000, but it saw its peak usage in 1994, reflecting a modest but steady presence. Since then, its frequency has remained stable, appearing only occasionally on birth certificates. The name's first recorded use in Social Security data dates to 1959, and its trajectory shows no dramatic swings in popularity. While its top states are not recorded due to low numbers, Clarrisa appeals to parents seeking a literary or classic name with a unique twist.
Clarrisa is a variant spelling of Clarissa, which is derived from the Latin clarus, meaning 'bright, clear, famous.' The name Clarissa was popularized in the 18th century by Samuel Richardson's novel 'Clarissa' (1748), though the spelling Clarrisa is a less common modernization. It saw modest use in the latter half of the 20th century, particularly in the 1990s.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Clari, Risa, Clara
Sibling names for Clarrisa
Names that share Clarrisa's style, for a brother or sister.
