Clorisa

“Clorisa is a variation of Chloris, meaning 'green' or 'young shoot'; associated with blooming flowers.” — Embodies themes of growth

Greece origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#1739US 2023

461Births / yr

→Stable

51All-time births

📅 Since 197500

How to pronounce Clorisa

see·el·OH·REE·suh

/ˌsiː.ˌɛl.ˈoʊ.ˈriː.sə/ · stress on OH · 5 syllables

“Clorisa is a variation of Chloris, meaning 'green' or 'young shoot'; associated with blooming flowers.”

Embodies themes of growth · Greece origin

What does Clorisa mean and where does it come from?

Clorisa could be derived from the Greek name Chloris, who was the goddess of flowers and the season of spring in mythology. The name embodies themes of growth, renewal, and beauty. It might be found in regions influenced by Greek or Spanish naming traditions, although it is not extremely common.

Cultural significance

Clorisa has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Greece-speaking communities, where it reflects values of clorisa is a variation of chloris, meaning 'green' or 'young shoot'; associated with blooming flowers..

Peak popularity

Reached #4588 in 1975 — currently #1739 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Clorisa?

Clorisa works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Clorisa Grace

How popular is Clorisa right now?

Holding steady — currently #1739 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1975–2023#1739 · Top 1.3%

1975

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1739	461	▲ up 5 · +5% births
2022	#1744	441	▲ up 5 · +7% births
2021	#1749	411	▲ up 2839 · +2836% births
1975	#4588	14	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Clorisa

Best Year2023Rank #1739

Peak Count461

Average Rank#2455

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range1975 - 20234 years

The story of Clorisa

Clorisa is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1975. With 51 total births recorded, Clorisa remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #4588 in 1975 to #1739 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Clorisa in 1975:

Jennifer Amy Heather Melissa Angela

Clorisa by decade

Clorisa peaked in the 1970s. See all 1970s names →

Decade	Births
1970s ★	27
1980s	11
1990s	13

💎Clorisa has only 51 total recorded births since 1975 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Clorisa?

Common

CloClorClorieCloryIsa

What names sound and feel like Clorisa?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Clorisa also consider these

Clorissa

American · light, clarity

Spanish · Bright, clear

Lorisa

English · my God is

Corisa

American · maiden, youth

Cloris

Greece · Green; fresh; blooming.

Corrisa

American · Latin

Common questions about the name Clorisa

What does the name Clorisa mean?

Clorisa means "Clorisa is a variation of Chloris, meaning 'green' or 'young shoot'; associated with blooming flowers." — a name rooted in Greece tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Clorisa?

Clorisa is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.

What is the cultural origin of Clorisa?

Clorisa originates from Greece tradition. Greece names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Clorisa?

Clorisa is a 5-syllable name pronounced S IY2 EH2 L OW1 R IY1 S AH0. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Clorisa?

Clorisa pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Greece heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.