Declining since 1994.
Popularity of Laurissa since 1962
Babies named Laurissa per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 18 |
| 1970s | 108 |
| 1980s | 172 |
| 1990s | 234 |
| 2000s | 158 |
| 2010s | 54 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Laurissa is a modern American name that first appeared on the U.S. baby name charts in 1962. It reached its peak popularity in 1994, but has been steadily falling since then, and in recent years it has become quite rare. The name does not appear in any top state rankings, and its one-in-N probability is not available due to its low frequency. Laurissa is best understood as a creative combination of popular sounds and elements from names like Laura, Laurence, and Melissa. While it lacks a long history or traditional etymology, its melodic quality and familiar components give it a contemporary appeal for parents seeking a unique but intuitive name.
Laurissa first appeared in the United States in 1962. It is almost certainly a modern coinage, combining the popular root 'Laur-' (from Laura or Laurence) with the feminine suffix '-issa' (as in Clarissa or Melissa). The name peaked in use in 1994 and has since declined, reflecting its status as a late-20th-century invention rather than a name with deep historical roots.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Laurie, Rissa, Lala
Sibling names for Laurissa
Names that share Laurissa's style, for a brother or sister.
