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Christian Name Meaning & Origin Guide

Carissa

Beloved, dear

Pronunciation: kə-RIS-ə (/kəˈrɪsə/)

Girl Name Biblical origin Popularity 50
Meaning
Beloved, dear
Origin
Biblical
Lucky Number
8
Lucky Day
Saturday
Lucky Stone
Rose Quartz
Life Path
11
Popularity Score
50
Language
English, Greek, Latin
Lucky Colors: PurplePink

What does Carissa mean?

From the Greek 'Karizomai', meaning 'to dearly love, to cherish'. In the Bible, Carissa is not a direct name, but the name is associated with Mary, the mother of Jesus.

Carissa in other languages & scripts

Hebrew
קריסה
שם מלא הוא חסד אלוהים
Greek
Καρίσσα
η εύνοια του θεού
Latin
Carissa
Dei gratia
English
Carissa
beloved or dear one of God

How to pronounce Carissa

English pronunciation
kə-RIS-ə
Biblical pronunciation
not applicable
IPA notation
/kəˈrɪsə/

Numerology & personality

People with the name Carissa have a strong intuition, creativity and a deep sense of spirituality. They are highly sensitive, emotional and have a strong desire to help others.

Associated Traits
KindFaithfulLoyalC = CourageousH = Humble

Spiritual & cultural context

A symbol of deep love and devotion.

The name Carissa is popular in the Christian world. It has a rich and unique origin, derived from the Greek words 'Karizomai', meaning 'to dearly love, to cherish'. This name is a beautiful reminder of the devoted love and selflessness that God shows towards his children and that parents have towards their children. The name Carissa evokes qualities of compassion, care, and deep love.

Popularity of Carissa by region

Region Country Score Year
Brazil BR 35 2024
Germany DE 46 2024
Spain ES 46 2024
Poland PL 32 2024

Spelling variations of Carissa

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Names similar to Carissa

Frequently asked questions about Carissa

What does Carissa mean?
Carissa is a Greek female name of Christian origin, derived from the Greek 'Karizomai', meaning 'to dearly love, to cherish'.
Is Carissa a Christianity name?
Yes, Carissa is a Greek female name of Christian origin, associated with Mary, the mother of Jesus.
How to pronounce Carissa?
Cah-ree-ssah
Is Carissa popular today?
Carissa is not a top 1000 name in the US according to the Social Security Administration.
What is the origin of Carissa?
Carissa is a Greek female name of Christian origin, derived from the Greek 'Karizomai', meaning 'to dearly love, to cherish'.