Klarissa Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Klarissa originates from Latin, meaning bright or clear. It evolved from Clara to Clarissa before taking its modern form. The name is often viewed positively, associated with clarity and brightness. It has no biblical relevance and gained popularity in the 18th century. Variants like Clara and Klara are also common.
The name Klarissa is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) 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, Klarissa 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, 'Klarissa' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 9832nd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2516th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1973rd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3597th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Klarissa' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Klarissa"
Pronunciation
/kləˈrɪsə/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
Klarissa is derived from the Latin name 'Clarissa', which is a diminutive form of 'Clara', meaning 'clear' or 'bright'.
Meaning
bright, clear
Language Evolution
Clara, Clarissa, Klarissa
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the 18th century and has been used in various cultures since then.
Variants & Derivatives
Clara, Clarisse, Klara
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Klarissa is viewed as a modern and elegant name, often associated with brightness and clarity.
Famous People
Klarissa Ward (journalist), Klarissa Lough (author)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Klarissa"
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 "Klarissa"
"Klarissa" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 9832nd of 19264 | 48 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2516th of 27321 | 731 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1973rd of 35406 | 1,558 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 3597th of 30306 | 520 |
Regional Popularity of "Klarissa" 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 "Klarissa" 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) |
83.23% 3067th/3685 |
85.79% 3839th/4475 |
36.58% 1900th/5194 |
30.88% 1951st/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
79.11% 3625th/4582 |
72.17% 3727th/5164 |
21.36% 1562nd/7313 |
19.40% 1448th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
37.91% 2586th/6822 |
33.46% 2100th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Klarissa"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Klarissa" 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.