Charissa
2025 SSA
About Charissa
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.
Pronounced kuh-RIS-uh.
As of October 2026, Charissa ranked #11145 in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #779 in 1980.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | #4,567 | 31 | 17.4 |
| 2015 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 | — | 0 | 0 |
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Charissa on lists
Famous Charissas
- 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
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"