Jarissa
Jarissa is a girl baby name. Ranked #32,205 in the US, popular nicknames include Jar, Jay, and Jarie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Jarissa first appeared in US Social Security records in 1989.
Over 190 babies have been named Jarissa in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Jarissa is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #32,205 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #32,205
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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Middle Name Ideas
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About the Name Jarissa
Jarissa is a girl name .
Jarissa is currently ranked #32,205 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Jarissa include Jar, Jay, Jarie, and Jariie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Jarissa include Jariyah, Jariah . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis