Larissah

English, German, and Portuguese variation of Larisa, Greek and Russian

"citadel"

Larissah Origin and Meaning

The name Larissah is a girl's name.

Larissah is a feminine name that represents an elaborated form of Larissa, which originates from Greek. The name refers to the ancient Greek city of Larissa in Thessaly and possibly derives from a pre-Greek word meaning 'citadel' or 'fortress.' The added 'h' gives the traditional name a more ornate, contemporary styling. Larissa has been used throughout the Mediterranean world and Eastern Europe, particularly in Russia and Greece, while the Larissah spelling variation is much less common. The name carries associations with classical antiquity and Greek mythology. Larissah offers parents a melodious, flowing name with ancient roots but a modern flair, striking a balance between traditional meaning and distinctive spelling.