Caryssa

Caryssa is a girl baby name. Ranked #56,170 in the US, popular nicknames include Car, Cay, and Carie.

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Girl Name #56,170 Most Popular Hidden Gem 7 Letters

A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.

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Meaning & Origin

Caryssa is a girl name, recorded for 5 babies in US birth records.

Parents who love the name Caryssa often also consider Asjah, Ilcia, Nelisa .

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Historical Record

Caryssa first appeared in US Social Security records in 1989.

Over 198 babies have been named Caryssa in the United States since SSA records began.

Today, Caryssa is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #56,170 for girl names in the US .

Popularity Over Time

#56,170
Current Rank
Hidden Gem Based on SSA data 1880–present

Quick Facts

Gender
Girl
Popularity Rank
#56,170
Total SSA Count
5

Alternative Spellings

Nicknames

Car Cay Carie Caryie

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Frequently Asked Questions About Caryssa

Is Caryssa a boy or girl name?
Caryssa is primarily used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Caryssa?
Caryssa is currently ranked #56170 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Caryssa?
Common nicknames for Caryssa include Car, Cay, Carie, and Caryie.
Is Caryssa a common or rare name?
Caryssa is an uncommon name, ranked #56170 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
What girl names are similar to Caryssa?
Caryssa pairs well with Asjah, Ilcia, Nelisa, Amisaday in style and sound.
Are there other spellings for Caryssa?
Related spellings include Carys.

About the Name Caryssa

Caryssa is a girl name .

Caryssa is currently ranked #56,170 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Caryssa include Car, Cay, Carie, and Caryie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

Alternative spellings of Caryssa include Carys . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.

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