Larisa
Larisa: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Larisa
- A transliteration of the Russian female given name Лари́са (Larísa)
- A female given name from Ancient Greek, a less common spelling of Larissa.
How popular is Larisa?
Since 1880, 3,458 girls in the U.S. have been named Larisa. Its highest rank for girls was #1046 in 1968. In 2025, 14 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Names similar to Larisa
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Sibling name ideas for Larisa
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Larisa FAQ
What does the name Larisa mean?
A transliteration of the Russian female given name Лари́са (Larísa) A female given name from Ancient Greek, a less common spelling of Larissa.
What is the origin of the name Larisa?
Larisa is listed as a name of Greek origin.
How popular is the name Larisa?
Since 1880, 3,458 girls in the U.S. have been named Larisa. Its highest rank for girls was #1046 in 1968. In 2025, 14 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Larisa a boy or girl name?
Larisa is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 3,458 girls and 0 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.