Tarissa
Tarissa is a girl baby name. Ranked #61,166 in the US, popular nicknames include Tar, Tay, and Tarie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Tarissa first appeared in US Social Security records in 1974.
Over 247 babies have been named Tarissa in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Tarissa is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #61,166 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #61,166
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Alternative Spellings
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Middle Name Ideas
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About the Name Tarissa
Tarissa is a girl name .
Tarissa is currently ranked #61,166 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Tarissa include Tar, Tay, Tarie, and Tariie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Tarissa include Tariyah . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis