Karissa Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Karissa has Greek origins, deriving from 'charis', which means 'grace'. It evolved from its Greek roots to become popular in modern English. Karissa is often associated with grace and charm, and it does not have biblical relevance. The name saw a rise in popularity in the late 20th century and is perceived as modern and stylish, with several variants.
The name Karissa is most popular in Oregon, 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 declining in usage, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Karissa has been falling for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, falling 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, 'Karissa' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 8600th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1352nd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 424th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 580th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1669th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Karissa' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Karissa"
Pronunciation
/kəˈrɪsə/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
The name Karissa is derived from the Greek word 'charis', which means 'grace'. It is often associated with beauty and charm.
Meaning
grace
Language Evolution
Charis (Greek), Karissa (Modern English)
Historical Usage
Karissa gained popularity in the United States during the late 20th century, becoming more common in the 1980s and 1990s.
Variants & Derivatives
Carissa, Karrisa, Karis
Modern Popularity & Image
Karissa is viewed as a modern and stylish name, often associated with a vibrant and cheerful personality.
Famous People
Karissa Shannon (model), Karissa Frazier (singer)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Karissa"
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 "Karissa"
"Karissa" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 8600th of 12526 | 26 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1352nd of 19264 | 1,298 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 424th of 27321 | 9,211 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 580th of 35406 | 7,931 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1669th of 30306 | 1,560 |
Regional Popularity of "Karissa" 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 "Karissa" 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) |
33.67% 989th/2937 |
60.18% 2096th/3483 |
47.33% 1665th/3518 |
30.07% 1216th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
8.98% 331st/3685 |
9.72% 435th/4475 |
11.65% 605th/5194 |
5.81% 367th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
10.10% 463rd/4582 |
11.93% 616th/5164 |
9.50% 695th/7313 |
7.22% 539th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
43.72% 1742nd/3984 |
37.22% 1670th/4487 |
24.99% 1705th/6822 |
24.16% 1516th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Karissa"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Karissa" 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.