Holding steady.
Popularity of Tarissa since 1974
Babies named Tarissa per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 19 |
| 1980s | 69 |
| 1990s | 102 |
| 2000s | 57 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Tarissa is a rare modern coinage that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1974. It never entered the national top 1,000, reaching its peak usage in 1992. Despite its low rank, the name has maintained a stable, low-level presence over the decades, reflecting a broader trend of elaborate feminine names ending in '-issa' that emerged in the late 20th century. As a name without deep historical roots, Tarissa offers parents a distinctive choice with a soft, melodic sound.
Tarissa appears to be a modern English invention, likely formed by blending or elaborating elements from names like Tessa or Marissa. It first appeared in U.S. records in 1974, during a period when creative, feminine-sounding names ending in '-issa' were fashionable. The name has no known historical or linguistic roots beyond this contemporary coinage.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Tari, Rissa
Sibling names for Tarissa
Names that share Tarissa's style, for a brother or sister.
