Clerissa
Pronunciation: [ kl-er-EES-uh ]
Clerissa is a girl baby name. Ranked #21,704 in the US, popular nicknames include Cle, Cly, and Cleie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Clerissa first appeared in US Social Security records in 1983.
Over 30 babies have been named Clerissa in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Clerissa is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #21,704 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #21,704
- Total SSA Count
- 7
Nicknames
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About the Name Clerissa
Clerissa is a girl name .
Clerissa is currently ranked #21,704 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Clerissa include Cle, Cly, Cleie, and Clerie. 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