Tarissa

“Tarissa is a modern invented name that combines aspects of traditional names like Tara and Marissa”

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#823US 2023

1.4kBirths / yr

→Stable

247All-time births

📅 Since 197400

How to pronounce Tarissa

TAH·RIS·uh

/ˈtɑ.ˈrɪs.ə/ · stress on TAH · 3 syllables

“Tarissa is a modern invented name that combines aspects of traditional names like Tara and Marissa”

American origin · Girl name

What does Tarissa mean and where does it come from?

Tarissa is a modern invented name that combines aspects of traditional names like Tara and Marissa. It began to gain popularity in the late 20th century in the United States. Due to its contemporary nature, it does not have historical roots but reflects a blend of cultures and styles.

Cultural significance

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

Peak popularity

Reached #6149 in 1988 — currently #823 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Tarissa?

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

Tarissa Grace

How popular is Tarissa right now?

Holding steady — currently #823 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1985–2023#823 · Top 0.61%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#823	1,377	▲ up 5 · +1% births
2022	#828	1,357	▲ up 5 · +2% births
2021	#833	1,327	▲ up 11325 · +16488% births
2005	#12158	8	▲ up 74 · +14% births
2000	#12232	7	▼ down 5386 · -46% births
1995	#6846	13	▲ up 798 · +18% births
1990	#7644	11	▲ up 3928 · +120% births
1985	#11572	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Tarissa

Best Year2023Rank #823

Peak Count1,377

Average Rank#6617

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range1985 - 20238 years

The story of Tarissa

Tarissa is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1974. With 247 total births recorded, Tarissa remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #11572 in 1985 to #823 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Tarissa in 1988:

Jessica Ashley Amanda Sarah Jennifer

Tarissa by decade

Tarissa peaked in the 1980s. See all 1980s names →

Decade	Births
1970s	19
1980s	69
1990s ★	102
2000s	57

💎Tarissa has only 247 total recorded births since 1974 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Tarissa?

Common

TarTarieTaryIssa

What names sound and feel like Tarissa?

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

American · A blend of

Tarisha

American · A modern name,

Tarisa

Japanese · Japanese

Darissa

American · A blend of

Common questions about the name Tarissa

What does the name Tarissa mean?

Tarissa 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 Tarissa?

Tarissa is currently ranked #823 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 Tarissa?

Tarissa 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.

How do you pronounce the name Tarissa?

Tarissa is a three-syllable name pronounced T AA1 R IH1 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 Tarissa?

Tarissa 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.