Pleasant, sand, or morning star
Arisa is a Japanese name with multiple meanings depending on the kanji used. Common interpretations include 'pleasant' or 'sand', and it is often associated with the 'morning star' or 'bright' qualities. In recent years, it has gained some international appeal due to its phonetic similarity to names like Alissa or Marissa.
Less common today
Arisa isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #3,480 in 1992.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
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