Laughter; sand; or morning star
Risa is a cross-cultural name with distinct roots. In Latin-based languages, it is derived from the word for laughter. In Japanese, it is often formed from kanji meaning 'sand' and 'gossamer' or 'village', while in some contexts it is associated with the morning star.
About 22 girls were named Risa in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Award-winning Japanese novelist
Japanese pop singer and actress
Main character in the Unwind series · Unwind
Protagonist of the manga and anime series · Lovely Complex
