Charissa Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Charissa is a name of Greek origin, meaning grace or kindness, derived from the word 'charis'. It has evolved from Ancient Greek to Modern Greek forms. The name reflects traits of beauty and charm, although it does not have a biblical background. It gained popularity in the 20th century as a unique choice for children. Variants include Charisse and Karissa, and it is currently perceived positively in modern contexts.
The name Charissa is most popular in Washington, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) 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, Charissa has been stalled for female in MidWest, 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 MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Charissa' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2642nd out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1126th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1193rd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3517th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 6774th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Charissa' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Charissa"
Pronunciation
/kəˈrɪsə/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
The name Charissa derives from the Greek word 'charis', meaning grace or kindness. It is often associated with beauty and charm.
Meaning
grace, kindness, charm
Language Evolution
Charis (Ancient Greek), Charissa (Modern Greek)
Historical Usage
Charissa gained popularity in the English-speaking world during the 20th century, particularly in the United States, as parents sought unique and meaningful names for their children.
Variants & Derivatives
Charisse, Karissa, Carissa
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Charissa is viewed as a beautiful and elegant name, often associated with positive traits such as kindness and grace.
Famous People
Charissa Thompson (American television host), Charissa Smith (American actress)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Charissa"
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 "Charissa"
"Charissa" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2642nd of 12526 | 349 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1126th of 19264 | 1,713 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1193rd of 27321 | 2,184 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 3517th of 35406 | 675 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 6774th of 30306 | 210 |
Regional Popularity of "Charissa" 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 "Charissa" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
89.99% 2004th/2227 |
- |
95.37% 2721st/2853 |
100.00% 2775th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
34.63% 1017th/2937 |
37.93% 1321st/3483 |
33.71% 1186th/3518 |
30.27% 1224th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
32.18% 1186th/3685 |
26.95% 1206th/4475 |
29.48% 1531st/5194 |
18.46% 1166th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
100.00% 4582nd/4582 |
76.45% 3948th/5164 |
61.59% 4504th/7313 |
48.51% 3620th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
81.41% 5554th/6822 |
- |
State-by-State Popularity of "Charissa"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Charissa" 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.