Charissa

Charissa is derived from the Charites, the Greek goddesses who represent beauty and grace and are considered companions of Aphrodite. The name represents an extension of the forms Charis in English and Dutch.

What does the name Charissa mean?

The name Charissa has its roots in the Charites, the Greek goddesses of beauty and grace, as well as companions of Aphrodite. It can be translated as "the grace," "the graceful one," or "the gracious one." The origin of the name lies in the ancient Greek language, derived from the term cháris (χάρις), which means "grace," "charm," "kindness," "favor," "thanks," "goodness," and "mercy." Other spelling variants include Charise, Charisse, Charisle, Chares, Caris, Carisa, Carissa, Karis, and Karissa, as well as the French form Carice. The name was already used in 1590, for example, in the epic poem "The Faerie Queene" by Edmund Spencer.

Where does the name Charissa come from?

The name Charissa is a female first name of Greek origin and means among other things "the gracious one" or "the graceful one." The etymology is based on the ancient Greek term cháris, which stands for grace, charm, kindness, favor, thanks, goodness, and mercy. The name is common in English, Dutch, and Dutch languages.

How do you pronounce Charissa?

The pronunciation of Charissa is soft and flowing, with a clear structure. In German pronunciation, the name is usually pronounced as "Cha-ris-sa" [çaˈʁɪsa]. The name begins with a gentle, slightly breathy sound, giving it a fine lightness. The middle syllable brings a subtle tension to the sound with the short "i." The double "s" creates a fine pause before the name transitions into the open "-sa." This combination results in a harmonious impression – soft and flowing, yet with a clear internal structure and a calm, controlled dynamic.

When is the name day of Charissa?

Charissa's name day falls on February 10.

Popularity

In Germany, Charissa is a rare first name. In 2023, it ranked 5,633rd on the list of the most common female first names. Its best ranking was achieved in 2011 with 2,438th place. In the last ten years, Charissa has been given as a first name about 20 times, placing it 5,874th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 6,110th.

Famous people

• Charissa Chamorro (American actress)