Cerissa
Cerissa is a girl baby name. Ranked #14,730 in the US, popular nicknames include Cer, Cey, and Cerie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Cerissa first appeared in US Social Security records in 1975.
Over 461 babies have been named Cerissa in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Cerissa is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #14,730 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #14,730
- Total SSA Count
- 8
Nicknames
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About the Name Cerissa
Cerissa is a girl name .
Cerissa is currently ranked #14,730 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Cerissa include Cer, Cey, Cerie, and Ceriie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis