Narissa name meaning

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Updated: March 15th, 2024
Gender: Girl
Origin: Old Greek
Usage: English
Pronunciation: n(a)-rissa
Meaning: Sea Nymph and Daughter of Nereus
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What does Narissa mean?

Anomalous Narissa has its origin in Old Greek is particulary used in English, Narissa means "Sea Nymph, Daughter of Nereus or In Greek Mythology the Nereids were Mermaids and Deities of the Seas" is used as a baby girl name .

Narissa is form of frequently used Nerissa. Nerissa is a variant of prevailing Nereida. Also Nerissa is a variant of Nericcia. Originated from Italian and Old Greek, Curious Nerissa is used predominantly in English, Nerissa means "Daughter of the Sea and Sea Nymph".

How do I pronounce Narissa?

The most common pronunciation of two syllabled Narissa is n(a)-rissa. There are multiple ways to say the baby name, i.e., nar(is)-sa.

Variants of Narissa

Narrissa, Nerissa, Nereida, Nericcia, Narice, Narine, Nerys

Names that rhyme with Narissa

How popular is the name Narissa?

Narissa is a unique baby name in United States, it has been in use since 1964 and was able to reach the top 4000 names. In 1985, it ranked 3617th when 28 girls were named Narissa.

Over 757 babies in United States have been named Narissa. The name is an uncommon baby name in England and Wales, chances of it being still in use are very slim.

Narissa is a common name in Philippines while somewhat familiar name in Trinidad and Tobago, Australia and Canada. At least, 2000 people globally have carried Narissa as their given name according to our estimate.

YearRankBirths
2018104719
2017140256
2016116938
2015117908
2014109139
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Here's what numbers has to say about Narissa

When it comes to love you are incapable of expressing emotions. Your great sense of humor makes you attractive in other people's eyes. You don't have enemies but people have hurt you in the past because of your openness and naivety. Working harder than required is what you are known for. You are passionate when it comes to relationships but cool off too easily. You lack motivation and courage to take an action. So what if you fail?

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