Citadel or cheerful
Derived from the ancient Greek city of Larissa, it likely means 'citadel.' In Greek mythology, Larissa was a nymph and the daughter of Pelasgus. The name is also associated with the Latin word 'hilaris,' meaning cheerful or happy.
Less common today
Larrissa isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #5,551 in 1995.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
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