"second village of sand"
Origin: Japanese
Language: Japanese
Arisa
A silky Japanese name meaning 'exist in silk'
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Italian
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Meaning & Origin
"variant of Larissa (citadel)"
Origin: Greek
Language: Italian
The Story of Arisa
Arisa is a popular Japanese feminine name written with various kanji combinations. The most common forms include 有紗 (ari=exist/have + sa=gauze/silk), 亜里沙 (a=second + ri=village + sa=sand), or 亜莉沙 (a=second + ri=white jasmine + sa=sand). Each combination imbues the name with different nuances of beauty and natural imagery. Arisa also exists independently in Italian as a variant of Larissa, a name from Greek mythology associated with a nymph and an ancient Thessalian city.
Arisa has been a consistently popular name in Japan, appearing regularly in national popularity lists. In Italy and the West, it is a rarer variant of Larissa that gained modest use in the late 20th century. In Japan, singer Arisa Ueno brought additional attention to the name in the 2000s.
In Japan, Arisa is considered a modern classic — feminine, melodic, and visually beautiful when written in kanji. The name carries associations of refinement and natural beauty, consistent with Japanese naming traditions that prize names with pleasant sounds and meaningful characters.
Fun Facts
- Arisa can be written with different kanji in Japanese, giving parents the ability to customize its written meaning
- Singer Arisa Ueno is one of Japan's most celebrated vocalists, making the name synonymous with musical talent in Japan
- In Greek mythology, Larissa (which shares phonetics with Arisa) was a nymph and the name of an ancient Thessalian city
Arisa in Other Languages
French
Arisa
Korean
아리사
Chinese
阿里萨
Italian
Arisa
Spanish
Arisa
Japanese
有紗 / 亜里沙
Popularity Over Time
#5,062
Current Rank
Stable
Trend
Hidden Gem
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Famous People Named Arisa
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Arisa Horie
Athlete
1994
Japanese professional wrestler and mixed martial artist
A
Arisa Ueno
Musician
1988
Japanese singer-songwriter known for her powerful soprano voice; one of Japan's best-selling female artists
A
Arisa Ichigaya Fictional
Musician
Fictional character from the anime and game franchise BanG Dream!, drummer for the band Hello, Happy World!
Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #5,062
- Total SSA Count
- 26
- Cultural Origins
- Japanese Italian Korean
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
Alternative Spellings
Common Nicknames
Ari
Risa
Middle Name Ideas
Suggested pairings based on syllable flow and style
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Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
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Classic pairing, Italian heritage match, balanced 3-2 syllable flow
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Classic pairing, Italian heritage match, balanced 3-2 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
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Classic pairing, Italian heritage match, balanced 3-2 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
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Frequently Asked Questions About Arisa
What does the name Arisa mean?
"second village of sand" (from Japanese). "variant of Larissa (citadel)" (from Greek). Arisa is a popular Japanese feminine name written with various kanji combinations. The most common forms include 有紗 (ari=exist/have + sa=gauze/silk), 亜里沙 (a=second + ri=village + sa=sand), or 亜莉沙 (a=second + ri=white jasmine + sa=sand). Each combination imbues the name with different nuances of beauty and natural imagery. Arisa also exists independently in Italian as a variant of Larissa, a name from Greek mythology associated with a nymph and an ancient Thessalian city.
What is the origin of the name Arisa?
Arisa has Japanese, Greek, Italian, and Korean origins. In Japanese, it means "second village of sand". In Greek, it means "variant of Larissa (citadel)".
Is Arisa a boy or girl name?
Arisa is primarily used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Arisa?
Arisa is currently ranked #5062 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Arisa?
Common nicknames for Arisa include Ari and Risa.
What are good middle names for Arisa?
Popular middle name pairings include Arisa Mae, Arisa Grace, Arisa Louise, Arisa Elise, Arisa Rose, Arisa June, and Arisa Claire.
What are good sibling names for Arisa?
Names that pair well with Arisa as siblings include Mio, Hana, Sora, Kai, Riku, Yuna, Aoi, and Emi.
How many syllables does Arisa have?
Arisa has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Arisa a common or rare name?
Arisa is an uncommon name, ranked #5062 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Arisa
Arisa is a girl name with Japanese, Italian, and Korean origins . The name means "second village of sand" in Japanese .
Arisa is currently ranked #5,062 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Arisa has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Arisa include Ari and Risa. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Arisa include Arisbeth, Aris, Arisha, Arissa . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.