Holding steady.
Popularity of Larrissa since 1971
Babies named Larrissa per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 59 |
| 1980s | 83 |
| 1990s | 120 |
| 2000s | 81 |
| 2010s | 5 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Larrissa is a modern, decorative spelling of the classical name Larissa. It first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1971, reached its peak usage in 1995, and has remained uncommon since. The name's trajectory has been stable, suggesting it is used by a small but consistent number of families each year. Unlike its more popular sister spelling Larissa, Larrissa has never entered the top 1000, making it a rare choice. Its connection to the ancient Greek city of Larissa and the mythological nymph gives it a subtle classical weight, while the doubled 'r' adds a contemporary flourish. Despite its low frequency, it fits alongside other Greek-inspired names like Tatiana and Dimitri.
Larrissa is a modern respelling of Larissa, a name from Greek mythology (Larissa was a Thessalian nymph) and also the name of an ancient city in Greece. The variant Larrissa, with double 'r', emerged in the late 20th century, likely as a decorative spelling. It has no independent meaning beyond its association with the classical form.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Lari, Rissa, Larry
Sibling names for Larrissa
Names that share Larrissa's style, for a brother or sister.
