Very dear; grace
Caryssa is a modern elaboration of Carissa, which is derived from the Greek word 'charis' meaning grace. It is also influenced by the Latin 'carus' meaning dear or beloved. The double 's' spelling gives it a contemporary, decorative flair compared to its more traditional counterparts.
Less common today
Caryssa isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #6,411 in 1999.
A minor character in the fantasy series · The Sword of Truth
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
