Larisa Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Larisa originates from Greek, meaning 'citadel' or 'fortress', with roots tracing back to the ancient city of Larisa. The name has evolved through history while maintaining its elegant and strong connotation. It has no biblical relevance, and its popularity surged in the 20th century, particularly in Eastern Europe. Larisa is seen as a sophisticated name, with several variants like Larissa and Lara.
The name Larisa is most popular in California, 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, Larisa 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, 'Larisa' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 4506th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1601st out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1716th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2970th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 6697th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Larisa' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Larisa"
Pronunciation
/ləˈriːsə/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
The name Larisa is derived from the ancient Greek city of Larisa, which is thought to mean 'citadel' or 'fortress'. The name is also linked to the Greek word 'laris', meaning 'light'.
Meaning
citadel, fortress, light
Language Evolution
Larisa (Ancient Greek), Larissa (Modern Greek), Larisa (English)
Historical Usage
The name Larisa gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in Eastern Europe and among Greek communities. Its use in literature and media has contributed to its recognition.
Variants & Derivatives
Larissa, Lara, Laris
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Larisa is viewed as a graceful and elegant name, often associated with strength and beauty. It has a modern yet timeless appeal.
Famous People
Larisa Latynina, a Soviet gymnast, Larisa Anderson, an American artist
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Larisa"
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 "Larisa"
"Larisa" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 4506th of 12526 | 145 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1601st of 19264 | 981 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1716th of 27321 | 1,250 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2970th of 35406 | 855 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 6697th of 30306 | 213 |
Regional Popularity of "Larisa" 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 "Larisa" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - |
100.00% 2775th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
55.70% 1636th/2937 |
49.24% 1715th/3483 |
60.69% 2135th/3518 |
36.52% 1477th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
62.99% 2321st/3685 |
40.98% 1834th/4475 |
42.86% 2226th/5194 |
25.23% 1594th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
88.26% 4044th/4582 |
65.14% 3364th/5164 |
40.46% 2959th/7313 |
35.44% 2645th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
94.50% 6447th/6822 |
82.01% 5147th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Larisa"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Larisa" 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.