Karrissa

“grace” — Associated with a trend for unique spellings and forms of traditio

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#1701US 2023

499Births / yr

→Stable

355All-time births

📅 Since 197300

What does Karrissa mean and where does it come from?

Karrissa is a modern variant of the name Charis, derived from Greek, meaning 'grace' or 'kindness.' The name began to gain popularity in the United States during the late 20th century, associated with a trend for unique spellings and forms of traditional names. Karrissa is often seen as a more uniqu

Cultural significance

Karrissa has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of english.

Peak popularity

Reached #4159 in 1991 — currently #1701 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Karrissa?

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

Karrissa Grace

How popular is Karrissa right now?

Holding steady — currently #1701 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1985–2023#1701 · Top 1.3%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1701	499	▲ up 5 · +4% births
2022	#1706	479	▲ up 5 · +7% births
2021	#1711	449	▲ up 9783 · +4889% births
2010	#11494	9	▼ down 2715 · -18% births
2000	#8779	11	▲ up 3564 · +83% births
1995	#12343	6	▼ down 7531 · -70% births
1990	#4812	20	▲ up 1980 · +100% births
1985	#6792	10	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Karrissa

Best Year2023Rank #1701

Peak Count499

Average Rank#6167

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range1985 - 20238 years

The story of Karrissa

Karrissa is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1973. With 355 total births recorded, Karrissa remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #6792 in 1985 to #1701 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Karrissa in 1991:

Ashley Jessica Brittany Amanda Samantha

Karrissa by decade

Karrissa peaked in the 1990s. See all 1990s names →

Decade	Births
1970s	14
1980s	82
1990s ★	165
2000s	70
2010s	24

💎Karrissa has only 355 total recorded births since 1973 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Karrissa?

Common

KarKaIssa

What names sound and feel like Karrissa?

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

Karlissa

American · a combination of

American · Of the sea

Common questions about the name Karrissa

What does the name Karrissa mean?

Karrissa means "English" — a name rooted in American 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 Karrissa?

Karrissa 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 Karrissa?

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

What sibling names go well with Karrissa?

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

Is Karrissa a common or rare name?

Karrissa is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.