Arisa Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Arisa is a Japanese name that means melody or logical reasoning, derived from specific kanji characters. Its evolution includes forms like Ari, and it has gained popularity in Japan since the late 20th century. The name is viewed as modern and artistic, with no direct biblical relevance.
The name Arisa is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Arisa has been stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Arisa' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 10755th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 5839th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 6110th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 5511th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Arisa' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Arisa"
Pronunciation
/əˈriːsə/
Origin
Japanese
Etymology
The name Arisa is derived from the Japanese characters '亜' meaning 'sub' or 'Asia' and '理' meaning 'logic' or 'reason'. It can also be rooted in the characters for 'aria,' meaning 'song' or 'melody.'
Meaning
A melody, a song, or a logical reasoning.
Language Evolution
Ari, Arisa
Historical Usage
The name Arisa has gained popularity in Japan in the late 20th century and has seen some international use in the 21st century, particularly among families interested in unique and culturally rich names.
Variants & Derivatives
Ari, Ariko, Arina
Modern Popularity & Image
Arisa is perceived as a modern and elegant name, often associated with creativity and musicality. It has a fresh and youthful image.
Famous People
Arisa Mizuki - Japanese actress and singer., Arisa Nakano - Japanese model.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Arisa"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Arisa"
"Arisa" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 10755th of 19264 | 38 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 5839th of 27321 | 222 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 6110th of 35406 | 317 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 5511th of 30306 | 278 |
Regional Popularity of "Arisa" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Arisa" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
93.65% 4191st/4475 |
100.00% 5194th/5194 |
63.21% 3993rd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
94.65% 6922nd/7313 |
49.70% 3709th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
92.70% 6324th/6822 |
49.41% 3101st/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Arisa"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Arisa" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.