Laughter or a person who laughs
Rysa is a rare feminine name often considered a diminutive or variant of the Latin name Risus, meaning laughter. It is also occasionally linked to the Greek name Larissa, which refers to a citadel or ancient city. In modern usage, it is appreciated for its brevity and cheerful phonetic quality.
Less common today
Rysa isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #7,463 in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).
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