Karessa
Karessa is a girl baby name. Ranked #28,220 in the US, popular nicknames include Kar, Kay, and Karie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Karessa first appeared in US Social Security records in 1970.
Over 452 babies have been named Karessa in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Karessa is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #28,220 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #28,220
- Total SSA Count
- 6
Alternative Spellings
Nicknames
Middle Name Ideas
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About the Name Karessa
Karessa is a girl name .
Karessa is currently ranked #28,220 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Karessa include Kar, Kay, Karie, and Kareie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Karessa include Karen, Karely, Kareli . 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