Arissa: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: ahr-eess-ah
Origin: United States
gender-female

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Updated on Apr 14, 2025 · 1 min read
Region Origin: North America
Meaning: A variant of Aris, meaning "best" or "excellent."

Arissa is a beautiful and versatile name with multiple origins and meanings. Primarily an English name, Arissa means "best" and conveys a sense of excellence and distinction. The Greek interpretation adds another layer of meaning, translating to "most excellent" or "best." In Japanese, Arissa means "bright," adding a dimension of luminosity and clarity. The Latin root evokes images of abundance, while in Persian, it translates to "iris" and "noble," adding elegance and grace. This name has been popular in the US, particularly in the early 2000s, and offers charming nickname options like Ari, Rissa, Aris, and Issa.

Arissa Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Arissa is currently #4575 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Girl: Arissa is currently #2563 on Kiindred Girl Names
gender-male Overall Nature: Arissa is currently #2215 on Kiindred Nature Names
gender-female Girl Nature: Arissa is currently #1218 on Kiindred Girl Nature Names

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