"God has promised, promised by God"
Origin: Hebrew via Amariah
Language: Hebrew
Amarissa
Ancient promise wrapped in a modern musical name
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Meaning & Origin
"child of the moon"
Origin: Spanish/Latin American folk meaning
Language: Spanish
"you are loved"
Origin: Latin amaris, second person
Language: Latin
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The Story of Amarissa
Amarissa traces back to the Hebrew name Amariah, meaning God has said or promised by God, which appears in the Old Testament as the name of several priests and Levites. The simplified form Amaris gained use in modern naming, particularly in Spanish-speaking communities where it also carries the poetic meaning of child of the moon. Amarissa is a further elaboration, adding the -issa suffix common in names like Clarissa and Marissa to give the name additional length and femininity. The result is a name that sounds ancient but is largely a product of contemporary creative naming.
Amarissa is a genuinely rare name, ranking around #6,384 in the US in 2021. It belongs to the broader trend of parents discovering or inventing musical multi-syllable feminine names that feel both spiritual and distinctive.
The Hebrew root connects Amarissa to a tradition of theophoric names — names that invoke or reference God — giving it quiet spiritual depth. In Spanish-language naming culture, Amaris carries a lunar and romantic connotation that adds a second layer of meaning for families with Latin American heritage.
Fun Facts
- The root name Amariah appears at least nine times in the Old Testament, carried by priests, Levites, and officials across multiple books
- Amarissa ranked around #6,384 in US popularity in 2021, making it genuinely rare with fewer than 5 babies receiving the name that year
- The -issa suffix pattern (Clarissa, Marissa, Larissa, Carissa) became popular in English naming during the 18th-20th centuries, often extending classical names into more elaborate feminine forms
Amarissa in Other Languages
Arabic
Amarisa
French
Amarisse
German
Amarissa
Spanish
Amarisa
Japanese
Amarissa
Popularity Over Time
#6,524
Current Rank
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Trend
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Based on SSA data 1880–present
Famous People Named Amarissa
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Amara La Negra
Entertainer
1990
Dominican-American singer and TV personality known from Love and Hip Hop Miami, representing the broader Amara name fami...
Dominican-American singer and TV personality known from Love and Hip Hop Miami, representing the broader Amara name family
Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 4
- Popularity Rank
- #6,524
- Total SSA Count
- 18
- Cultural Origins
- English American Latin American
- Pronunciation
- Moderate
- Formality
- Formal
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Alternative Spellings
Common Nicknames
Ami
Maris
Rissa
Mari
Issa
Ari
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Frequently Asked Questions About Amarissa
What does the name Amarissa mean?
"God has promised, promised by God" (from Hebrew via Amariah). "child of the moon" (from Spanish/Latin American folk meaning). "you are loved" (from Latin amaris, second person). Amarissa traces back to the Hebrew name Amariah, meaning God has said or promised by God, which appears in the Old Testament as the name of several priests and Levites. The simplified form Amaris gained use in modern naming, particularly in Spanish-speaking communities where it also carries the poetic meaning of child of the moon. Amarissa is a further elaboration, adding the -issa suffix common in names like Clarissa and Marissa to give the name additional length and femininity. The result is a name that sounds ancient but is largely a product of contemporary creative naming.
What is the origin of the name Amarissa?
Amarissa has Hebrew via Amariah, Spanish/Latin American folk meaning, Latin amaris, second person, English, American, and Latin American origins. In Hebrew via Amariah, it means "God has promised, promised by God". In Spanish/Latin American folk meaning, it means "child of the moon". In Latin amaris, second person, it means "you are loved".
Is Amarissa a boy or girl name?
Amarissa is primarily used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Amarissa?
Amarissa is currently ranked #6524 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Amarissa?
Common nicknames for Amarissa include Ami, Maris, Rissa, Mari, Issa, and Ari.
What are good middle names for Amarissa?
Popular middle name pairings include Amarissa Jane, Amarissa Rose, Amarissa Claire, Amarissa Faith, Amarissa Grace, Amarissa Noelle, Amarissa Skye, and Amarissa Leigh.
What are good sibling names for Amarissa?
Names that pair well with Amarissa as siblings include Seraphina, Eliana, Lyric, Isadora, Corvin, Mirabel, Zephyra, and Cassiel.
How many syllables does Amarissa have?
Amarissa has 4 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Amarissa a common or rare name?
Amarissa is an uncommon name, ranked #6524 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Amarissa
Amarissa is a girl name with English, American, and Latin American origins . The name means "God has promised, promised by God" in Hebrew via Amariah .
Amarissa is currently ranked #6,524 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Amarissa has 4 syllables, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Amarissa include Ami, Maris, Rissa, Mari, Issa, and Ari. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Amarissa include Amara, Amari, Amaris, Amariah, Amarah . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.