Grace or beloved
Carrissa is a variant of Carissa, which likely derives from the Greek word 'charis' meaning grace. It may also be influenced by the Latin word 'carus' meaning dear or beloved. The name gained popularity in the late 20th century as a more elaborate alternative to Carrie or Cara.
Less common today
Carrissa isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #2,180 in 1991.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
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