The nameClarissa
Clarissa is a girl's name of Latin origin.
- Girl's name
- Latin
Meaning
From the Latin clarus, "bright, famous".
Origin
Latin.
History
In France it has been given in small numbers since the 1970s.
Popularity of the name Clarissa
Clarissa in France
6052ndmost popular girls' name in France, latest official figures
1987peak year (25 births)
610babies named Clarissa in France since 1900
Clarissa was most popular in France in the 2000s, with 155 births over the decade, 25% of all recorded babies named Clarissa. Its rise began around 1970, and it peaked in 1987. Half of all babies named Clarissa in France were born before 2002.
Clarissa in our baby name lists
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Clarissa mean?
From the Latin clarus, "bright, famous".
What is the origin of the name Clarissa?
Latin.
Is Clarissa a girl's or a boy's name?
Clarissa is a girl's name.