Raissa
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About Raissa
Raissa is a feminine name with roots in several cultures. In Russian, it derives from the Greek name 'Raisa' meaning 'relaxed' or 'easygoing.' It also has Arabic origins where it means 'leader' or 'chief.' In French usage, the name gained some recognition through Raïssa Maritain, a Russian-born French philosopher. The name offers a blend of exotic elegance and strength. While not extremely common in English-speaking countries, Raissa has maintained steady popularity in Russia, France, and parts of Eastern Europe. The double 's' spelling adds a distinctive touch to this melodic name that combines sophistication with a gentle sound.
Pronounced righ-EE-suh; RAY-suh.
As of October 2026, Raissa ranked #10870 in US births in 2024 SSA, peaked at #4628 in 1989.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 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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Famous Raissas
- Raïssa Maritain
French Catholic mystic and philosopher