Grace or very dear
A modern variant of Carissa, derived from the Greek word 'charis' meaning grace. It is also associated with the Latin 'carus', meaning dear or beloved. The name gained some popularity in the late 20th century as a more unique alternative to Karen or Marissa.
Fewer than 5 girls were named Karisa in 2025.
American actress and model
A character in the video game series Xenoblade Chronicles · Xenoblade Chronicles
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
