Sea nymph or mermaid
Narissa is a variant of the Greek name Nerissa, famously created by William Shakespeare for a character in 'The Merchant of Venice'. It is derived from the Greek word 'neron', which refers to water or the sea, specifically associated with the Nereids or sea nymphs.
Fewer than 5 girls were named Narissa in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
The villainous Queen and sorceress · Enchanted
Portia's clever confidante and lady-in-waiting · The Merchant of Venice
