Charissa

Greek

"grace"

Charissa Origin and Meaning

The name Charissa is a girl's name.

Charissa is a feminine name of Greek origin, derived from 'charis,' meaning 'grace,' 'kindness,' or 'beauty.' It's related to the more common Charisse, Carissa, and Karissa, all variations of the same root. The name carries connotations of elegance and divine benevolence, as 'charis' was associated with divine favor in ancient Greek culture. Charissa experienced modest popularity in the United States during the 1970s and 1980s but has remained relatively uncommon. The name has a melodic quality with its three syllables and soft 'ch' sound, giving it a gentle yet distinguished character. For parents seeking a name with classical roots, feminine qualities, and a touch of uniqueness, Charissa offers historical depth without being overly common.

Charissa Rank in US Top 1000

# 930 in the US

Famous People Named Charissa

• Charissa Jean Thompson American sportscaster
• Charissa Cree Chamorro Chilean,American actress
• Charissa Saverio aka DJ Rap British music producer
• Charissa Hogeland American singer and actress

The name Charissa in Pop Culture

• Charissa Aymarine Festilliana Furstána Festila,mac,Tadhg, character in the Deryni series by Katherine Kurtz
• Charissa (Charity) figure in Edmund Spenser's "The Faerie Queene," sister of Fidelia (Faith), and Speranza (Hope)
• Charissa Sosa character in 2010 film "The A,Team"