Bright, excellent, or most best
Arissa is often considered a variant of the Greek name Arista, meaning 'best.' It is also frequently used as a modern elaboration of the name Alissa or a diminutive of names like Larissa. In some contexts, it is associated with the Arabic word for 'bright' or 'shining.'
Less common today
Arissa isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #1,036 in 2003.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
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